The cpi overstates inflation because the average consumer buys the same basket of goods every week. more of those goods whose relative price has risen. less of those goods whose relative price has risen. lower quality goods if they have a choice. a generally random assortment of goods and services each week because what is purchased depends on what the consumer needs.

Barbara flynn is in charge of maintaining hospital supplies at general hospital. during the past year, the mean lead time demand for bandage bx-5 was 65 (and was normally distributed). furthermore, the standard deviation for bx-5 was 6. ms. flynn would like to maintain a 90% service level. refer to the standard normal table for z-values. a) what safety stock level do you recommend for bx-5? safety stock=)what is the appropriate reorder point? reorder point=