Free CIPS L4M7 Exam Questions

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Question 1

Amanda is the purchasing manager for AB Construction based in France. She is considering purchasing an asset from overseas but knows she must account for fluctuations in exchange rates in the contract. Is Amanda correct?

A : No, as it will be better to purchase the asset in AB Construction's local currency as it would be efficient and more stable

B : Yes, as AB Construction could pay more for the asset than intended and Amanda should include a currency fluctuation clause

C : No, as the price can be re-negotiated post-contract sign-off by AB Construction and the supplier

D : Yes, as Amanda will be able to decide the currency exchange rates to be used

Answer: B

Question 2

A warehouse manager is evaluating the use of Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) within a repetitive taskenvironment. After reviewing their use and price, the manager decided to invest in several AGVs. Were theycorrect in doing this?

A : Yes, as it will reduce the costs of employing labour

B : No, as it reduces the flexibility of the warehouse operations

C : Yes, organisations must use high-tech solutions where possible

D : No, as they are only suitable for use in non-repetitive task environments

Answer: A

Question 3

Which of the following are critical factors that must be considered when evaluating warehouse or storage locations? The cost of the proposed locationWho owns the storage location or warehouse Access to transport networks The number of windows in the building

A : 1 and 3 only

B : 2 and 3 only

C : 2 and 4 only

D : 1 and 4 only

Answer: A

Question 4

What advantage can the use of ABC classification of stock provide in warehouse design?

A : It allows the organisation to categorise items in alphabetical order for easier storage and retrieval

B : It gives purchasing staff more time to concentrate on those items that have most financial benefit to the organisation

C : It assists in deciding on the most appropriate layout, handling systems, and what type of picking system to introduce

D : It determines where each item is to be located within the warehouse to aid inspection procedures

Answer: C

Question 5

A manufacturing company warehouse manager has recently decided to adopt across-docking system for some of the components held in storage. Which of thefollowing is associated with goods in cross-docking?

A : Cross-docking eliminates any inventory losses

B : Cross-docking leads to increased finished goods delivery costs

C : Cross-docking significantly increases delivery lead times

D : Cross-docking reduces or eliminates storage requirements

Answer: B

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Total 380 Questions | Updated On: Mar 05, 2026

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