A Common Criticism of the Marketing System Is That Intermediaries

question 16

Multiple Choice

A common criticism of the marketing system is that intermediaries .

• A) provide only essential services
• B) are too few in number
• C) mark up prices beyond the value of their services
• D) are overly protective of manufacturers' interests
• E) undervalue their service costs

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