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Question 1
A supply manager is evaluating a new category of indirect spend and needs to understand the market landscape before committing to a formal sourcing event. Which document should be issued to potential suppliers?
Correct Answer:
Request for Information (RFI)
Question 2
Which sourcing strategy BEST reduces supply risk for a single-source critical component while maintaining competitive pricing?
Correct Answer:
Dual sourcing with split award between two qualified suppliers
Question 3
A buyer wants to ensure specifications are clear and technically complete before issuing a formal solicitation. Which internal step BEST accomplishes this?
Correct Answer:
Cross-functional specification review with engineering and operations
Question 4
During supplier selection, a supply manager applies a weighted scorecard with criteria for price, quality, delivery, and financial stability. Why is pre-defining weights before reviewing proposals MOST important?
Correct Answer:
Pre-set weights before review to prevent post-hoc rationalization
Question 5
A supply manager is qualifying a new overseas supplier. Which activity BEST validates that the supplier can meet quality and production requirements before a contract award?
Correct Answer:
On-site supplier audit of quality systems, capacity, and financial health
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Prepare with the CPSM Exam 1 Practice Questions - CPSM Exam 1 - Supply Management Core Exam practice quiz. This question bank includes 100 questions covering supply, supplier, manager, contract, and price. Use it to review important concepts, identify knowledge gaps, and build confidence for the related exam, course, or assessment.

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CPSM Exam 1 Practice Questions - CPSM Exam 1 - Supply Management Core Exam

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