Reynold's Is a Grocery Chain That Has Always Catered to Mid-Market

question 74

Multiple Choice

Reynold's is a grocery chain that has always catered to mid-market customers. However, the owner, Mal, has noticed that an influx of new residents are buying mostly the lower-cost and discounted products. To attract customers, Mal decides to make a gradual switch to the discount store format, but to do this, he will have to cut costs wherever possible. Which of the following types of services should Mal avoid in order to lower costs?

• A) limited service
• B) self-selection
• C) full-service
• D) self-service
• E) limited-selection

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Definitions:

Purchases Discounts

An allowance given by the seller to the buyer for early payment or for buying in large quantities.

Net Purchases

The total cost of goods bought for resale, after subtracting returns, allowances, and discounts.

Merchandise Inventory

Goods that a company holds for the purpose of selling to customers.

Payroll Tax Expense

Taxes imposed on employers or employees, and are usually calculated as a percentage of the salaries that employers pay their staff.