Traditionally, the Main Advantage of a Private Brand Over a Manufacturer

question 39

Multiple Choice

Traditionally, the main advantage of a private brand over a manufacturer brand was the ____; now this advantage is _____.

• A) better price; gradually diminishing
• B) better price; significantly greater
• C) more accessible distribution; gradually diminishing
• D) better quality; gradually increasing
• E) better quality; gradually diminishing

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Definitions:

Yield Curve

A graph showing the relationship between bond yields and their maturity dates, which can indicate economic expectations.

Liquidity Premium

Forward rate minus expected future short interest rate.

Interest Rates

The cost of borrowing money or the rate paid for the privilege of using someone else's money, usually expressed as a percentage.

Inverted Yield Curve

An inverted yield curve occurs when long-term debt instruments have a lower yield than short-term debt instruments, often considered a forewarning of economic recession.