Texas A&M University (TAMU) IDIS 343 Distribution Logistics Exam 1 Practice

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• Explain cycle stock vs safety stock.
• Snoring or gurgling
• Shock that is caused by lack of blood perfusion caused by an injury to the central nervous system.
• Which type of shock is caused by vascular dilation and pooling of blood, not primarily by blood loss?
• What is lead time variance and why does it matter?
• What is the primary functional class of the inhaled medication described in the material?
• In inventory planning, increasing service level tends to impact carrying costs. Which statement is true?
• In distribution networks, what is the effect of increasing service level on capital requirements?
• What factors influence the choice of transportation mode?
• Severe shock caused by lack of fluid volume (dehydration or blood loss).
• How is the inhaled medication described in the material?
• What is risk pooling in distribution networks?
• Explain the difference between picking strategies: piece pick vs batch picking vs zone picking.
• Which KPI stands for On Time In Full and what does it measure?
• Quick, systematic exam of a trauma patient's body to show specific life-threatening injuries
• Body parts that are farther from the midline are described as what?
• What is the Economic Order Quantity (EOQ) concept intended to optimize?
• Why is lead time a critical input to reorder point calculations?
• How is service level defined and measured in distribution?
• Which example best illustrates a pull replenishment system?
• When the heart cannot pump enough blood and oxygen through the body to vital organs.
• Discrepancy rate in inventory accuracy is best described as?
• What is fill rate and how does it differ from OTIF?
• Explain demurrage and detention in transportation.
• Which of the following is NOT an EOQ assumption?
• If daily demand is 40 units and lead time is 5 days, what is the basic reorder point under constant demand with no safety stock?
• What term describes an illness or injury caused by medical treatment?
• Cycle stock is used to meet what type of demand?
• What is the role of information technology in distribution planning?
• What best describes cross-docking?
• How much air is moved through the lungs during each breath?
• What is a distribution channel?
• In a distribution network, what is a common effect of using intermediaries (indirect) compared to direct shipping?
• Which statement best describes cycle counting in inventory management?
• Detailed evaluation of the specific body system or area of the body
• What is capacity planning in the distribution context?
• Why is warehouse layout important for distribution performance?
• Which factors are considered risk considerations when selecting a distribution center location in network design?
• Which of the following is NOT typically a component of a distribution network design project?
• Why is the choice of transportation mode important in distribution design?
• OTIF is a key delivery performance metric that indicates reliable, complete orders. Which statement best describes its focus?
• What is the primary purpose of the hub in a hub-and-spoke network?
• What is a fill rate?
• What is the role of ERP/WMS integration in distribution operations?
• Which term describes a thorough head-to-toe assessment of the patient?
• Which term describes movement and control of the arms and legs?
• What is cross-docking and when is it used?
• Through, head to toe assessment of a patient, showing injuries and illnesses aside from life-threatening injuries
• Which problem is described as a volume problem?
• What is inventory turnover and how is it calculated?
• Which of the following describes cycle counting?
• Define total cost of ownership in distribution decisions?
• In which scenario is cross-docking most advantageous?
• What is lead time and why is it critical in distribution planning?
• Which transportation mode is typically used for very large shipments and international trade?
• Caused by an abnormal distribution of blood to the tissues and organs.
• Which of the following is not typically considered in capacity planning?
• Given D = 12,000 units/year, S = $50 per order, H = $2 per unit/year, calculate EOQ?
• Body parts that are closer to the midline are described as what?
• Explain the difference between direct shipping and shipments that use intermediaries in a distribution network.
• What is vendor-managed inventory (VMI) and its potential benefits?
• Which term describes body parts closer to the trunk?
• Which of the following is a common warehouse layout strategy?
• What is EOQ and what are its key assumptions?
• What costs are included in total landed cost?
• How does service level target relate to safety stock?
• Which term means further inside the body?
• What is capacity planning in distribution and what factors are considered?
• Which component is not typically a core function of a warehouse management system (WMS)?
• How is inventory turnover calculated and what does it indicate?
• OTIF stands for On-Time In-Full, and it is measured as the percentage of orders delivered on time and in full relative to all orders.
• The late stage of shock that occurs when the body's compensatory mechanism is no longer able to maintain adequate blood flow.
• In an infant, which artery is used to check the pulse?
• What can create false oxygen readings?
• What noninvasive device measures the percent of hemoglobin bound to oxygen in the blood?
• Define cost-to-serve and why it is important.
• Which concept involves evaluating multiple symptoms to determine urgency?
• Not a standard service level metric?
• What is unitization and why is it beneficial in logistics?
• Which populations are mentioned as requiring special attention in patient assessment?
• Who can make great historians for a patient during history taking?
• In a centralized distribution network, which outcome is commonly observed?
• Which masks are listed as types of masks?
• Which type of shock is caused by the heart's inability to pump enough blood?
• Which medication is listed in the material?
• Which stage describes compensatory mechanisms maintaining perfusion?
• What distinguishes a distribution center from a traditional warehouse?
• Explain the concept of risk pooling in distribution networks.
• Which term describes closer or on the surface of the skin?
• How do you determine a safety stock target?
• What are freight terms?
• What are typical components of a distribution network design project?
• Albuterol is described as used to prevent and treat wheezing caused by lung diseases such as
• Which statement best defines distribution logistics?
• Which criteria are typically considered when selecting a carrier?
• What does OTIF stand for and why is it important?
• Which condition occurs when blood pressure drops to a low level caused by an infection in or around the body?
• What should a service level agreement (SLA) in distribution include?
• Which assessment is a quick, systematic exam to identify life-threatening injuries?
• What is reverse logistics?
• What is the level of care before ALS?
• Which term describes the backside of the trunk?
• Which term describes a high pitched hissing sound during breathing?
• What is packaging optimization and what benefits does it offer?
• Tissue anoxia caused by diminished blood flow, usually as a result of narrowing or occlusion of an artery is called what?
• Which type of shock is associated with maldistribution of blood flow due to vasodilation?
• If daily demand sigma is 6 units/day, lead time 5 days, service level 95% (z ≈ 1.65), calculate safety stock.
• Which type of prevention occurs after an injury or illness to prevent the problem from getting worse?
• Name a mitigation for demand variability in distribution networks.
• Which type of shock occurs when the body is still able to compensate for the lack of tissue perfusion?
• What term describes the amount of air inhaled or exhaled in a normal breath?
• How might a patient behave around an abuser?
• How do demand forecasting methods relate to distribution planning?
• Clicking, bubbling, or rattling sounds
• Why is safety and compliance important in warehousing operations?
• Why is inventory accuracy important and how is it typically measured?
• What does real-time inventory tracking in a WMS enable?
• Which statement best describes the relationship between masks and PPE in the material?
• Which statement about safety stock is true?
• Which gas can create false oxygen readings?
• Which statement best describes the relationship between service levels and cost control in distribution planning?
• Which statement best describes the PPE items listed?
• Differentiate throughput from capacity in a distribution system.
• Longer lead times generally require higher safety stock to maintain service levels.
• Which cost items are included in total logistics cost components?
• What is a damage rate and how does it affect distribution costs?
• What is a hub-and-spoke network and its main benefit?
• What does H represent in the EOQ formula?
• What does 'days of inventory on hand' indicate?
• Which factors influence carrier selection?
• How can lead time variability be mitigated in a distribution network?
• Name a mitigation for transportation delays in distribution networks.
• What do Incoterms specify in international shipments?
• Which term describes injuries caused by medical treatment?
• In Arkansas, ESL is described as what in schools?
• What is a unit load in distribution?
• In abuse evaluation, injuries may be accompanied by which factors?
• What is safety stock?
• What is the purpose of network modeling in distribution design?
• Explain the service level trade-off in network design.
• What is the role of lead time in determining reorder points?
• Which statement best describes the relationship between masks and PPE in the material?
• Which statement best describes decentralized distribution networks?
• How can you measure the efficiency of a distribution network?
• Name a core capability of a Warehouse Management System (WMS).
• Which warehouse picking method involves selecting one item at a time and tends to increase travel time but supports high customization?
• What is the order cycle time in distribution?
• Name a mitigation for supply disruption in distribution networks.
• What level of care comes before ALS?
• Which statement best describes the relationship between service level and safety stock?
• What is included in risk assessment for distribution network design?
• Which term describes the belly side of the trunk?
• Which statement describes a common warehouse layout approach?
• What is cost-to-serve and why is it useful?
• Which device provides noninvasive measurement of blood oxygen saturation?
• What is the role of cross-functional alignment in distribution planning and why is it important?
• Which components are included in a basic neuro exam in this context?
• Tip of the structure
• Which domain describes precise hand movements such as writing or buttoning a shirt?
• Which item is NOT listed as part of PPE in the material?
• Which statement accurately describes the impact of lead time variance on safety stock and reliability?
• What is a warehouse management system (WMS) and its core functions?
• Which term describes tissue oxygen deprivation due to reduced blood flow?
• What is reverse logistics and provide an example?
• Provide the EOQ formula.
• Which statement best describes centralized distribution networks?
• What is 'order processing cost' and why is it significant?
• What are the main characteristics of highway/road transportation costs?
• Which term refers to the backside orientation of the trunk?
• Which term indicates structures that are further away from the trunk of the body?
• How is space utilization measured in a warehouse?
• Which problem is described as a mechanical problem affecting ventilation?
• Which score is considered the best single indicator of neurologic status?
• How do you calculate safety stock for a desired service level with variable demand during lead time?
• Which problem is a vessel-related problem?
• How do you perform a basic total landed cost calculation for a purchase from overseas?
• Which components are typically used to measure service level in distribution?
• Which statement about forecasting accuracy and distribution planning is true?
• How does seasonality affect distribution planning and capacity?
• In a network design problem with two potential DC sites and one retailer, what factors determine the optimal DC location?
• Differentiate between cycle stock and safety stock.
• Which best describes economies of scope in distribution networks?
• What term describes the flow of blood through tissues and organs?
• Which statement describes cycle counting in relation to a full physical inventory?
• What is the order-to-cash cycle and why is it relevant to distribution?
• What symptom does not always present itself readily?
• The material lists which of the following as part of protective gear and pharmacologic agents?
• Which of the following best characterizes the described drug?
• Which items are included in PPE according to the material?
• What is ABC analysis and how is it used in inventory management?
• What is cycle counting and its purpose?
• Which tool is used for a quick assessment of consciousness in a neuro exam?
• What does 'inventory turnover' measure?
• How do you compute reorder point (ROP), and what components go into it?
• Which factor is least likely to influence carrier selection?
• What term describes a high-pitched whistle usually heard on inspiration?
• Which statement best distinguishes push vs pull inventory systems?
• Which condition is described as being able to 'splint' fractures?
• Which statement correctly describes three common transportation modes and a key trait of each?
• What is the total amount of air moved through the lungs in a minute?
• What describes the process of determining which symptom started first, how long it has been present, and which is more critical?
• Is the process of blood flowing through tissues and organs?
• Which statement correctly describes risk pooling benefits in distribution networks?
• Which term describes body parts that are closer to the trunk of the body?
• Which term is used to describe the belly side orientation of the trunk?
• Which category would decrease minute volume due to pump failure?
• Which item is NOT listed as PPE components in the material?
• What is the primary role of distribution logistics within the supply chain?
• Which approach can help reduce stockouts by letting the supplier manage inventory levels?
• What is the name given to actions that stop injuries or illnesses before they occur?
• Which are the three main components of total logistics cost?
• Slotting improves warehouse efficiency primarily by:
• Which statement about last-mile logistics is true?
• What is the trade-off when setting a higher service level?
• Which term describes a problem related to vascular tone distribution affecting perfusion?
• Name a mitigation for capacity constraints in distribution networks.
• Which term describes a decreased circulating blood volume?
• Which activity is primarily associated with outbound logistics?
• In suspected abuse cases, environmental clues are most accurately described as what?
• What is cross-docking vs break-bulk?
• Why is supplier collaboration important for distribution planning?
• Which term describes the ability to perform small, precise movements with fingers and toes?
• What is cross-docking and when is it advantageous?
• If daily demand is 50 units and lead time is 4 days, what is the basic reorder point?
• Which statement describes the action of the inhaled drug as stated in the material?
• How does a 3PL differ from a 4PL?
• In ABC analysis, which item category typically receives the strictest controls?
• Name a mitigation for regulatory changes in distribution networks.
• In the assessment of abuse victims, which items might be present as indicators?
• Which strategy helps reduce bullwhip effects in supply chains?
• Provide examples of key performance indicators (KPIs) used in distribution logistics.
• Which term describes a detailed assessment of the entire patient?
• Which item is NOT listed as part of PPE in the material?
• What is the difference between inbound and outbound logistics?
• Where is the pulse checked on an infant?
• Which statement best defines service level in the last mile of delivery?
• What is capacity cushion and how is it used?
• Compare random storage with fixed storage in a warehouse.
• Define service level in distribution and name common metrics.
• Which factor is NOT typically considered when choosing a transportation mode?