The Major Characteristic That Is Used to Differentiate Among Types

question 116

Multiple Choice

The major characteristic that is used to differentiate among types of intermediaries is whether they:

• A) install exchange barriers such as location,time,and quantity
• B) create specialization of labor
• C) create economies of scale
• D) take title to the products they sell
• E) raise profit margins for independent middlemen

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Definitions:

Alarm Reaction

The initial stage in the body's response to stress, involving the immediate activation of the sympathetic nervous system and the release of stress hormones.

Resistance

The act of opposing or standing against something; in psychology, it might refer to an individual's opposition to discussing, remembering, or acknowledging unconscious thoughts or feelings.

Exhaustion

A state of extreme physical or mental fatigue, often resulting from stress or overwork.

Stress

The body's response to any demand or challenge, which can be physical, emotional, or psychological.