In Which of the Following Situations Is Dual Distribution Likely

question 81

Multiple Choice

In which of the following situations is dual distribution likely to be determined illegal?

• A)A manufacturer sells its product online and through independent and company-owned retail outlets.
• B)A manufacturer opens its own retail outlets across the country and sells its entire line of products.
• C)A producer uses company outlets to dominate independent retailers that carry its products.
• D)A producer sells its products both to wholesalers who deal with small and medium-sized retailers and directly to retailers.
• E)A producer charges higher prices at its company-owned retail outlets than independent retailers charge for the same products.

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