Which of the Following Statements About the Supplier Selection Stage

question 39

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the supplier selection stage of the business buying decision process is true?

• A)Before selecting a supplier,many companies consider the supplier's reputation for ethical corporate behavior and honest communication.
• B)Price and warranty are the only two factors businesses consider before making a purchase decision.
• C)Price is the only factor businesses consider before making a purchase decision.
• D)Even companies that have adopted a total quality management approach consider price to be the most important factor in choosing a supplier.
• E)Buyers do not negotiate for better terms before making a final supplier selection.

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Definitions:

Clutch Friction Facings

The material on the surface of a clutch disc that contacts with the flywheel and pressure plate, enabling friction that facilitates torque transmission.

Pull-Type Clutch

Any clutch that pulls the release bearing toward the transmission to release it.

Clutch Pedal Free Travel

The distance that a clutch pedal can be depressed before the clutch disengagement mechanism starts to operate.

Internal Adjusting Ring

A component inside a mechanism, such as a bearing or a brake, that can be tightened or loosened to adjust the function or fit of the mechanism.