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IK 04 Lager und Logistik (EN)
IK 04 Warehousing and Logistics
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Knowledge Check
Four questions for self-assessment. Click on each question to see the correct answer and explanation.
1. Which task does not belong to the core functions of a warehouse?
- A) Goods receipt control and registration
- B) Order picking and shipping preparation
- C) Product development and design
- D) Inventory management and stocktaking
Correct Answer: C. Product development is a task of research and development, not the warehouse. The warehouse serves for storage, order picking and management of goods.
2. What is meant by the FIFO principle in warehouse management?
- A) First In, First Out - The goods stored first are delivered first
- B) First In, Fast Out - Fast delivery of the newest goods
- C) Fast In, First Out - Fast storage, slow delivery
- D) Fast In, Fast Out - Fast processing of all processes
Correct Answer: A. FIFO (First In, First Out) is a principle where the goods stored first are also delivered first, especially important for perishable goods.
3. Which cost driver usually causes the highest warehousing costs?
- A) Personnel costs for warehouse staff
- B) Depreciation on warehouse technology
- C) Capital commitment from stored goods
- D) Packaging costs for stored goods
Correct Answer: C. Capital commitment is often the largest cost factor, as the capital tied up in warehousing is not available for other investments.
4. What is the main purpose of a Just-in-Time logistics strategy?
- A) Maximization of inventory levels for fast delivery capability
- B) Reduction of inventory levels and minimization of waste
- C) Increase of inventory turnover by 100%
- D) Standardization of all products to simplify warehousing
Correct Answer: B. Just-in-Time aims to minimize inventory levels by delivering materials exactly when they are needed for production.