Corporate Divisions, Like the Media Division of Amazon

question 142

Multiple Choice

Corporate divisions, like the media division of Amazon.com, are normally considered:

• A) cost centers.
• B) revenue centers.
• C) profit centers.
• D) investment centers.

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