Starbucks Has an Agreement with Pepsi Co

question 216

Multiple Choice

Starbucks has an agreement with Pepsi Co. through which Pepsi distributes Starbucks' coffee drink, Frappucino, to grocery stores and other retail outlets. This is an example of

• A)a strategic channel alliance.
• B)exclusive distribution.
• C)dual distribution.
• D)horizontal channel integration.
• E)channel leadership.

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