1. Identify the cycles in this supply chain and the location of the push/pull boundary.2. Give arguments to support the statement that Wal-Mart has achieved very good strategic fit between its competitive nd supply chain strategies.3. What is the difference between volume-based discounts and lot-size based discounts? 4. Discuss the pros and cons of each. Which one is advocated by Chopra and Meindl? 5. Explain postponement by giving an example in the clothing industry. What effects does