Every Supply Chain Has Four Basic Components: Suppliers, Manufacturers, Distributors

question 5

True/False

Every supply chain has four basic components: suppliers, manufacturers, distributors, and retailers.

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Definitions:

Tariff

A tariff is a tax imposed by a government on goods and services imported from other countries, used to restrict trade, as they increase the cost of imported goods and services, making them less competitive than domestic goods.

Domestic Consumers

Individuals or households within a country that purchase goods and services for personal use.

Protected Industry

An industry that receives government support through measures like tariffs, quotas, and subsidies to shield it from foreign competition.

Productivity Growth

An increase in the efficiency of producing goods and services, typically leading to economic growth.