Mel Says That Developments in Information Technology Have Had a Huge

question 78

Multiple Choice

Mel says that developments in information technology have had a huge impact in communication and in access to data.Marla agrees that information is important,but thinks that how it is used is even more important,and she cites the dramatic developments in online selling as an example.What is Marla assuming?

• A) People do not like shopping at traditional bricks-and-mortar retail outlets.
• B) Businesses seem reluctant to adopt the latest information technology.
• C) The main thing consumers use the internet for is to buy goods.
• D) Businesses have been the greatest beneficiaries of the information technology revolution.
• E) Products can be sold more efficiently online than in traditional bricks-and-mortar retail stores.

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Receiver Division

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Transfer Price

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