Which of the Following Is Not a Major Advantage of Having

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a major advantage of having a large inventory for a retailer?

• A) quantity discounts in purchases
• B) lower risk of obsolescence and deterioration
• C) lower frequency of stockouts
• D) low per-item shipping costs

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