The Primary Difference Between Kiosks and Electronic Vending Machines Is

question 30

Multiple Choice

The primary difference between kiosks and electronic vending machines is that:

• A) kiosks do not charge customers for use whereas dispensing machines typically charge a handling fee.
• B) kiosks provide information while dispensing machines dispense products and provide information.
• C) kiosks are electronically networked whereas electronic vending machines are more likely to be stand- alone units.
• D) kiosks do not sell products but enable orders to be placed or payments made.
• E) none of the above

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