Which of the Following Businesses Is Most Likely to Have

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following businesses is most likely to have a problem with distribution because production and consumption of the product occurs simultaneously?

• A) A company that manufacturers bicycles
• B) A hair salon
• C) A retailer that sells mattresses
• D) A soft-drink bottler
• E) A wholesaler that specializes in athletic equipment

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Capital

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Adjustable Rate Mortgages

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Interest Rates

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Department of Housing and Urban Development

A U.S. government department responsible for national policies and programs that address America's housing needs, improve and develop the nation's communities, and enforce fair housing laws.