Physical Distribution

question 189

Multiple Choice

Physical distribution

• A) should not require tradeoffs for managers.
• B) means that consumers get products for low prices.
• C) includes transportation of products, but logistics does not.
• D) is invisible to most consumers in the United States.
• E) All of the above are true.

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