Which of the Following Statements About Fragmented Retail Systems Is

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about fragmented retail systems is true?

• A) Countries with fragmented retail systems tend to have short channels of distribution.
• B) The more fragmented the retail system, the less expensive it is for a firm to make contact with each individual retailer.
• C) Fragmented retail systems tend to promote the growth of wholesalers to serve retailers.
• D) When the retail sector is very fragmented, it makes sense for the firm to deal directly with retailers.

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