Transporting Cost as a Percentage of Selling Price Is Lowest

question 25

Multiple Choice

Transporting cost as a percentage of selling price is lowest for

• A)sand.
• B)factory machinery.
• C)pharmaceuticals.
• D)chemicals.
• E)cabbage.

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Definitions:

Agricultural Adjustment Act

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Social Security

A government program designed to provide financial assistance to people who are retired, unemployed, or disabled.

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