Distribution Tasks That Were Formerly the Province of the Wholesaler

question 33

Multiple Choice

Distribution tasks that were formerly the province of the wholesaler or manufacturer have increasingly:

• A) Been shifted to facilitating agencies.
• B) Been shifted off to smaller wholesalers.
• C) Been neglected by manufacturers and wholesalers.
• D) Been taken over by larger retailers.
• E) Been shifted to independent agents or brokers.

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