# Bill of Materials

Use these questions to prepare for the Kanoa Inventory certification exam.

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<summary>When would you use a model BOM instead of an asset BOM?</summary>

When several assets are the same equipment model and share a standard parts list. Use the asset BOM for additions or overrides on one machine. See [Bill of Materials](../03-bill-of-materials/index.md).

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<summary>What does a BOM position record?</summary>

Where on the asset a part is fitted, such as `S1 Spindle bearings`, with the quantity fitted there. See [Build an Asset BOM](../03-bill-of-materials/1-asset-bom.md).

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