What Are the Pros and Cons of the Use of Cooperative

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Essay

What are the pros and cons of the use of cooperative buying among noncompeting major appliance stores that are independently owned?

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Definitions:

External Locus

A belief that one's successes or failures result from external factors beyond their control.

Cognitive Ability

The capacity to perform higher mental processes of reasoning, remembering, understanding, and problem-solving.

Need

A requirement necessary for an individual or organization to achieve a goal or address a problem.

Motivation

The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors, influencing the desire and energy levels to continue engaging in a particular activity.