Why Should a Retailer Be Concerned with Building a Sustainable

question 22

Multiple Choice

Why should a retailer be concerned with building a sustainable competitive advantage?

• A)It could affect merchandise planning.
• B)They should not as other retailers would just duplicate the efforts.
• C)The competition's advantage will stimulate the retailer's market.
• D)It is the final step in developing the retail strategy.
• E)It could result in long-term profitability.

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