Producers Who Consider Handling the Entire Distribution Job Themselves May

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Multiple Choice

Producers who consider handling the entire distribution job themselves may be especially inclined to do so because:

• A) many customers have established buying patterns that don't include buying direct from producers.
• B) many customers have a preference for shopping at their favorite locations and won't be likely to change.
• C) direct distribution usually requires a significant investment in facilities, people, and information technology.
• D) a channel partner (intermediary) is not available or will not cooperate.
• E) intermediaries often serve customer needs better than producers and at lower cost.

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Definitions:

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