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Introduction to Materials Management
SIXTH EDITION
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J. R. Tony Arnold, P.E., CFPIM, CIRM
Fleming College, Emeritus
Stephen N. Chapman, Ph.D., CFPIM
North Carolina State University
Lloyd M. Clive, P.E., CFPIM
Fleming College
Upper Saddle River, New Jersey Columbus, Ohio
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