The following table lists the components needed to assemble an end item, lead times (in weeks), and quantities on hand.

Item		Lead Time	Amount on Hand	Direct Components
End		1		0		L(2), C(1), K(3)
L		1		10		B(2), J(3)
C		2		15		G(2), B(2)
K		2		20		H(4), B(2)
B		1		28
J		2		31
G		2		6
H		3		0

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a. If 43 units of the end item are to be assembled, how many additional units of B are needed? (Hint: You dont need to develop an MRP plan.)

b. An order for the end item is scheduled to be shipped at the start of week 8. What is the latest week that the order can be started and still be ready to ship on time? (Hint: You dont need to develop an MRP plan.)