Which element of material requirements planning (MRP) is examined in the capacity requirements planning (CRP) method?

The master production schedule outlines the overall production plan over a specific period, including what products need to be manufactured and in what quantities. While it provides important information for production planning, it is not the specific focus of capacity requirements planning, which is more concerned with the details of fulfilling those planned orders.

Bills of material describe the components and quantities needed to produce a product. They play a critical role in determining material requirements but are not directly related to capacity planning. CRP does not examine bills of material; instead, it focuses on the capacity implications of the planned orders derived from the MPS.

The inventory record file tracks the quantities of materials and products on hand. While it provides essential information for managing inventory levels, it does not directly address capacity requirements. CRP focuses on the capacity needed to fulfill planned orders rather than the current inventory status.