A Contractual Agreement Between Two Firms That Allows One of the Firms

question 48

Multiple Choice

A contractual agreement between two firms that allows one of the firms to operate a retail outlet, using a name and format developed and supported by the other firm, is called:

• A)outsourcing.
• B)franchising.
• C)patenting.
• D)consulting.
• E)cross-licensing.

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