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Deliveries and Suppliers

By Kenneth Beare, About.com

Choose the correct answer or phrase to fill in the blank. Each question has only one correct answer.

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Why is Susan concerned?

  • They're delaying shipments to suppliers.
  • They're experiencing delays from suppliers.
  • They're back on schedule.

What are they doing?

  • Trying to get back on schedule
  • Not worrying about the problem
  • Taking legal action against the suppliers

Which excuse does Doug give?

  • That the suppliers are unreliable.
  • That the time is year is often troublesome.
  • That they changed suppliers.

Where are most of the suppliers located?

  • In California
  • In Japan
  • In China

Which is NOT a reason given for the delays?

  • Weather delays
  • Reduced production
  • Payment difficulties

How do they sometimes resolve these problems?

  • They change suppliers.
  • They use delivery services.
  • They manufacture their own products.

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