Which of the Following Statements Is True Regarding the Influence

question 227

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true regarding the influence of organizational factors on purchasing decisions?

• A)Centralized buying tends to emphasize short-term results.
• B)Personal selling skills and user preferences carry more weight in decentralized purchasing situations.
• C)Consolidating vendor relationships increases the company's overall expenses.
• D)Decentralized buying focuses more on long-term relationships with suppliers.

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Definitions:

Different Prices

The variation in cost for goods or services, often resulting from location, demand, quality, or negotiation.

Antitrust Laws

Regulations established to prevent unfair competition, monopolies, and practices that harm consumers or restrict trade.

Cooperatives

Organizations owned and operated by a group of individuals for their mutual benefit, where profits and earnings are distributed among the members.

Set Prices

The act of determining the selling cost of goods or services, usually by the manufacturer or by agreement among sellers.