What is the difference between consumables and repair parts in supply classes?

• A. Consumables are items used and exhausted quickly (Class I, VI), while repair parts (Class IX) enable maintenance of equipment
• B. Consumables are durable items; repair parts are perishable
• C. Consumables include only medical supplies; repair parts include ammunition
• D. Consumables are always priced higher than repair parts

Answer: (A)