ISM CORe 問題集

質問 1：
XYZ Company asks a specialized fastener supplier for its help in choosing a fastener for a new product. The supplier recommends its proprietary part for the application. After several months of production, many field issues are reported due to loose fasteners. The supplier refuses to take responsibility, claiming that the blame lies with XYZ. In this situation, which of the following is TRUE?
A. XYZ Is the product owner and therefore has sole responsibility and no recourse.
B. XYZ is protected under implied warranty for intended purpose, as the supplier knew the planned use and was relied upon for expertise.
C. As the requirement for the fastener to hold is not clearly described in the product specifications, XYZ has no recourse.
D. Implied warranties such as fitness for intended purpose cannot be waived, and therefore XYZ is protected.
正解：B
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質問 2：
A company that wants to add value to its operations should work with its suppliers on which of the following?
A. Increasing communication
B. Using continuous improvement
C. Monitoring material costs
D. Lengthening payment terms
正解：B
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質問 3：
A local utility's supply manager is preparing a solicitation to select a contractor to construct a controlling station for the utility's main plant. Construction must begin within four months and be completed in a year or less, as delays in bringing the new station online could cause serious losses for the utility. Which of the following will be MOST effective in monitoring performance and ensuring timely completion?
A. Including a strong for-cause termination clause
B. Specifying high consequential damages for failure to complete the project in a timely manner
C. Ensuring that the scope of work is clear, to minimize misunderstandings
D. Requiring milestones, progress reports, and liquidated damages for noncompliance
正解：D
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質問 4：
JKL, Inc. outsources its event services for large group training sessions and annual meetings. The contract requires the supplier to report program metrics, including cost savings. The savings method employed compares the hotel's initial bid to the final negotiated price. The first report shows significant hard savings on the average nightly rate for hotel rooms. JKL's category manager would like to claim the hard savings. Which of the following BEST describes why the finance department should deny this request?
A. Unless there is a year-over-year reduction, the savings is cost containment.
B. Further data is required from the supplier to sufficiently support the savings.
C. Unless there is a year-over-year reduction, the savings is cost avoidance.
D. Savings from outsourcing are subject to a higher level of governance.
正解：C
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質問 5：
A firm issues an RFQ for specialty electronics to be used within a new product line. Internal needs are assessed and specifications are prepared by engineering. The bid is sent to five current suppliers, all of whom are familiar with the firm's supply chain. However, only two of these suppliers respond, and their quotes are much higher than expected. Which of the following is the MOST likely explanation for what occurred?
A. The specifications were too broad.
B. The specifications were too narrow.
C. The internal needs were not adequately addressed.
D. The suppliers were not qualified.
正解：B
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