The following list includes activities that are performed in a clothing store. Classify each activity as value added or non-value-added. For each non-value-added activity, state whether it can be eliminated without jeopardizing the store's operations.
a. Unpacking shipments.
b. Stocking shelves.
c. Changing clothing on mannequins.
d. Taking items to the dressing room for the customer.
e. Ringing up sales.
f. Cleaning dressing rooms.
g. Restocking shelves after customers try on items.
h. Closing the register at the end of the day (balancing sales totals with cash, checks, and credit card slips).
i. Cleaning the store.
j. Depositing daily receipts at the bank.