CIPS A10 Exam Practice Test Instant Access

Question 1

Which of the following is a recognised means of measuring obsolete stock?

ADisposal value

BCost profit volume projections

CUse of RISC controllers

DPercentage of STC unused

Answer : D

Question 2

A joint performance measurement system should benefit both buyer and supplier. Which of the following is a benefit to the buying organisation?

AIt improves both buyer and supplier production process

BIt allows for products to be purchased 'off the shelf '

CIt enables unnecessary costs to be designed out of the system

DIt automatically leads to reduction in overall costs

Answer : A

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the term 'vendor rating'?

AThe measurement of a supplier's performance

BThe appraisal of suppliers

CThe assessment of a potential supplier's capability

DThe measurement of purchasing performance.

Answer : A

Question 4

Which of the following is a useful indicator that the value of stock held is too high or too low?

AComparing the total value of issues out of store against the same period in the previous year

BComparing the total value of receipts into and issues out of store against the same period in the previous year

CComparing the total value of receipts into store against the same period in the previous year

DComparing the total value of lost or damaged stock against the same period in the previous year.

Answer : B

Question 5

Which of the following could be used to measure the effectiveness of inventory management?

AValue of stock orders received

BValue of stock orders cancelled

CValue of damaged stock

DValue of stock turnover

Answer : B

Question 6

Which of the following should management ensure is provided by training evaluation?

ALess willingness to act on one's own initiative

BGreater willingness to make full use of skills developed

CGreater willingness to get involved in all aspects of the business

DMaintenance of the employee's current employment position.

Answer : D

Question 7

Which of the following is essential for an effective appraisal process?

AClearly defined rules and regulations for the post

BClearly defined demarcation lines between levels

CClearly defined objectives for each post

DClearly defined salary levels for each post

Answer : A

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