Which of the Following Statements About Physical Distribution Is FALSE

question 139

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about physical distribution is FALSE?

• A)Marketers should always try to maximize the customer service level provided,regardless of cost.
• B)Physical distribution activities are invisible to most consumers unless something goes wrong.
• C)There are trade-offs among costs,the customer service level desired,and sales.
• D)Information technology can help marketers improve service and cut costs.
• E)In countries with inefficient distribution systems,consumers can face shortages of products they need.

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