Considering the premise 'During the 1980s, however, the amount of inventory held by Federated ballooned while it faced bankruptcy.', is 'In 1988, Federated held the largest inventory in company history.' a statement that stands on its own?
During the 1980s, however, the amount of inventory held by Federated ballooned while it faced bankruptcy.###In 1988, Federated held the largest inventory in company history.