Laura DeWolf and Julie Komar Own and Operate a Small

question 70

Multiple Choice

Laura DeWolf and Julie Komar own and operate a small organic bakery.On a weekly basis, they go to their local Costco to purchase some food items and cleaning supplies they need for their business.With the exceptions of the volume they purchase and the items' intended use, this shopping trip is identical to a weekly trip by their families to a grocery store.Costco is serving as a __________ wholesaler for these entrepreneurs.

• A)general-line
• B)specialty-line
• C)full-service merchant
• D)truck
• E)cash-and-carry

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