Why is it necessary for lean operations to develop a closer relationship with suppliers? a. because lean operations require many small deliveries which can create greater pressure on purchasing in general b. because lean operations require sudden, large purchases and need suppliers who can meet these demands c. because lean operations require infrequent and small deliveries and suppliers often lose interest in their business d. because lean operations require many large deliverieswhich can create greater pressure on purchasing in general

After graduation, you plan to work for dynamo corporation for 12 years and then start your own business. you expect to save and deposit $7,500 a year for the first 6 years (t = 1 through t = 6) and $15,000 annually for the following 6 years (t = 7 through t = 12). the first deposit will be made a year from today. in addition, your grandfather just gave you a $32,500 graduation gift which you will deposit immediately (t = 0). if the account earns 9% compounded annually, how much will you have when you start your business 12 years from now?