Which of the following discount methods does Supply Chain Management consider both calculated line discount and the multiline discount and applies only the lesser of the discounts?

The correct choice is based on the concept of calculating discounts in a way that only the most favorable (lesser) discount is applied. In Supply Chain Management, when you use the MIN function, it evaluates both the calculated line discount and the multiline discount. It then applies the lesser of the two discounts to ensure that customers are given the maximum benefit without exceeding the intended promotional limits.

The MIN function is specifically designed for scenarios where you want to choose the smaller value. In this context, when comparing the line discount and the multiline discount, this approach prevents double discounting and ensures a consistent discount application across different lines of products or services.

The other methods, like MAX or simply adding discounts together, do not focus on ensuring that the lesser discount is applied, which could lead to higher discounts than intended, reducing profitability. Additionally, simply stating "Line Multiline" does not specify how the discounts are calculated or applied, making the MIN function the clear choice for the requirement specified in the question.