Maintaining a stable workforce working at a constant output rate while shortages and surpluses are absorbed by fluctuating inventory Levels,order backlogs and allowing lost sales is which of the following production planning strategies?
A)Stable workforce,variable work hours
B)Chase
C)Level
D)Full employment
E)Skill maintenance

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The described production planning strategy is Level. It involves keeping a stable workforce working at a constant output rate, and absorbing any shortages or surpluses through fluctuating inventory levels, order backlogs, and lost sales. This strategy is useful when demand is relatively stable, and allows for efficient use of resources and cost savings. The other choices (A, B, D, and E) do not fit the described strategy.

Maintaining a Stable Workforce Working at a Constant Output Rate