Which Source of Merchandise Utilizes Vertical Integration by a Retailer

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which source of merchandise utilizes vertical integration by a retailer?

• A)company-owned
• B)outside,regularly used supplier
• C)outside,new supplier
• D)cooperative buying arrangement

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