LOW NAIL COMPANY Question 1: Using the EOQ methods outlined in chapter 9, how many kegs of nails should Low order at one time? The EOQ formula is: EOQ = √ 2 (annual use in units) (cost of placing an order) / annual carrying cost per item per year = √ 2 (2000) (60) / 2 = √ 120,000 = 345 kegs per order Note the 2 in the denominator. That is because, on average, the rented warehouse space is only half full, which, makes the average warehousing cost per keg be $2. Question 2: Assume all conditions…
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