Which of These Assumptions Is Not Associated with Strategies for Goods-Producing

question 106

Multiple Choice

Which of these assumptions is not associated with strategies for goods-producing location decisions?

• A) Most major costs can be identified explicitly for each site.
• B) Focus on identifiable cost.
• C) High customer contact issues are critical.
• D) Intangible costs can be evaluated.
• E) Location is a major determinant of cost.

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