Match Each Item with the Correct Statement Below

question 17

Multiple Choice

Match each item with the correct statement below.
-A condition that results when individual operations achieve their objectives but interfere with progress toward broader organizational goals is referred to as _____.

• A)distribution channel
• B)forward integration
• C)logistics
• D)dual distribution
• E)direct selling
• F)intensive distribution
• G)selective distribution
• H)exclusive distribution
• I)tying agreement
• J)backward integration
• K)administered marketing system
• L)corporate marketing system
• M)contractual marketing system
• N)private carriers
• O)materials handling system
• P)franchise
• Q)common carriers
• R)upstream management
• S)suboptimization
• T)downstream management

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Definitions:

Benefit

An advantage or profit gained from something.

Foregone Benefit

The lost potential gain from other alternatives when one alternative is chosen.

Alternative Cost

Also known as opportunity cost, it represents the benefit that is missed or given up when choosing one alternative over another.

Comparative Cost

Analyzing and comparing the costs of different business strategies or production methodologies to identify the most effective option.