A shrewd supply chain manager would aggregate only safety inventory and use an inexpensive mode of transportation for replenishing cycle inventory if she is dealing with a

A) high-value product and high demand.
B) high-value product and low demand.
C) low-value product and high demand.
D) low-value product and low demand.

Safety Inventory

Extra inventory held as a buffer against demand variability and supply chain disruptions to prevent stockouts.

Cycle Inventory

The portion of inventory that companies hold to facilitate smooth production and sales operations, fluctuating based on production cycle needs.

Low-Value Product

Products that have a low price point or perceived economic value to the consumer, often resulting in slim profit margins.