Once a Firm Has Carefully Studied All of the Vendors

question 127

Multiple Choice

Once a firm has carefully studied all of the vendors, bids have been considered, and the vendor audit has been conducted, the next step in the business-to-business buying process is:

• A)the vendor screening.
• B)vendor selection.
• C)negotiation of purchase terms.
• D)postpurchase evaluation.

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Definitions:

Representative Democracy

A form of democracy in which citizens elect officials to represent them in governmental decisions and policymaking.

Principals

In economics and finance, a principal refers to an individual or entity that owns a business or transaction, and has the primary responsibility.

Agents

Individuals or entities that act on behalf of others in economic transactions or negotiations.

Rent-Seeking Behavior

Activities aimed at gaining financial benefits through manipulation or exploitation of the political or economic environment rather than through trade and production of wealth.