Example School B:
- Add numbers in Assigned MetroCard and Assigned 55555555 columns
- Subtract total from number in Shipped Metrocard column
- Result is the number of cards needed
- You will identify an additional amount to handle replacement cards in Step 3
| Card Type |
# Assigned |
+ |
# Assigned 5555555 |
Total |
Deducted From Total Shipped |
# of Cards Required |
| E1: K-6 Full Fare |
2 |
+ |
43 |
45 |
22 |
-23 |
| E5: K-6 SE |
0 |
+ |
31 |
31 |
1 |
-30 |
| H1: 7-12 Full Fare |
6 |
+ |
17 |
23 |
3 |
-21 |
| H5: 7-12 SE |
0 |
+ |
26 |
26 |
2 |
-24 |
| H2: K-12 Half Fare |
11 |
+ |
62 |
62 |
6 |
-56 |
Based on the example above, the inventory shows that
School B does not have an adequate supply of MetroCards on hand for distribution and needs to request a shipment.
Step 3: Determine the Quantity Required for Future Replacement Cards