Which of the following is NOT a role of inventory?

A. Increasing quality of finished goods
B. Balancing supply and demand
C. Buffering uncertainty in supply or demand
D. Enabling geographical specialization


A. Increasing quality of finished goods
Explanation:
Inventory does not have a role in increasing quality. The other alternatives are roles of inventory.

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