Which of the Following Statements About the Choice of Storing

question 137

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the choice of storing facilities is true?

• A)Public warehouses are storing facilities owned or leased by companies for their own use.
• B)Private warehouses are most useful when a company does not have a regular need for space.
• C)Public warehouses are independent storing facilities and provide a full range of services.
• D)Private warehouses are specially designed to speed the flow of goods.
• E)Public warehouses are used when a large volume of goods must be stored regularly.

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