The Practice of ________, Which Can Affect the Normal Operation

question 188

Multiple Choice

The practice of ________, which can affect the normal operation of the free market and limit the flexibility of buyers, is disapproved of by the U.S. Justice Department.

• A) tying agreements
• B) just-in-time procurement
• C) quid pro quo
• D) supply partnerships
• E) reciprocity

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