A Large Food Retailer Acquiring a Cheese Factory Is an Example

question 56

Multiple Choice

A large food retailer acquiring a cheese factory is an example of

• A)dual distribution.
• B)vertical integration.
• C)establishing a tying contract.
• D)horizontal integration.
• E)internal expansion.

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Definitions:

Suprachiasmatic Nucleus

A small region in the brain’s hypothalamus responsible for controlling circadian rhythms, which are the body's internal biological clock.

Pineal Gland

A small endocrine gland in the brain that produces melatonin, a hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycles.

Melatonin

A hormone produced by the pineal gland that regulates sleep and wakefulness cycles.

Hormone

A chemical substance produced in the body that serves as a messenger, regulating and coordinating various physiological activities.