1. KB Builders constructs modular homes. The companys cost of goods sold last year was $11,000, 000 and it operates 50 weeks per year. The company has the following inventory of raw materials, work-in-process, and finished goods.

Raw Materials Average Inventory Unit Cost

1 5400 7.50

2 3900 9.50

3 4500 8.20

4 5700 10.15

Work-in Process Average Inventory Unit Cost

5 99 15,300

6 89 10,100

7 85 7,400

8 97 5,600

Finished Goods Average Inventory Unit Cost

Model WR 30 15,300

Model QP 12 10,100

Model VM 5 7,400

a. Determine the number of inventory turns and the days of supply for KB Builders.

b. As a consultant, what would you suggest the company to do to improve its inventory turnover? Answer the question in a clear and organized paragraph