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Materials requirements planning (MRP) systems are advantageous in that they:

a - provide for purchasing most component parts instead of trying to manufacture them internally

b - assure that sufficient safety stocks are on hand for unexpected vendors

c - result in lower negotitated prices from vendors

d - cuts the investment in inventory

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