This type of inventory is needed to run the manufacturing operations and the business, but does not end up as part of the finished product.

Answer for prompt $1$ This type of inventory is needed to run the manufacturing operations and the business, but does not end up as part of the finished product.

Prompt $2$This type of inventory is generally used for a very specific purpose or future event, and for a defined period of time.

Answer for prompt $2$ This type of inventory is generally used for a very specific purpose or future event, and for a defined period of time.

Prompt $3$This type of inventory depletes gradually as customer orders are received, and is replenished cyclically when supply orders are received.

Answer for prompt $3$ This type of inventory depletes gradually as customer orders are received, and is replenished cyclically when supply orders are received.

Prompt $4$This type of inventory is above and beyond what is actually needed to meet anticipated demand, and is maintained o protect against fluctuations in demand or supply

Answer for prompt $4$ This type of inventory is above and beyond what is actually needed to meet anticipated demand, and is maintained o protect against fluctuations in demand or supply

Prompt $5$This type of inventory is in the transportation network and the distribution system, being held by wholesalers, distributors, retailers, and consumers.