When a Customer Orders a Book at Amazon

question 81

Multiple Choice

When a customer orders a book at Amazon.com, the online retailer recommends related books that have been purchased by other customers who bought that book. Amazon is using a(n) :

• A) aggregating approach.
• B) CRM database.
• C) clustering approach.
• D) disaggregating approach.
• E) generic market.

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Definitions:

Grinding Machine Time

The amount of time a machine spends in operation to grind materials into smaller pieces or powder in manufacturing processes.

Direct Labor

The labor costs directly attributable to the production of goods or services, excluding indirect labor expenses.

Production Facility

A location, such as a factory or workshop, where goods are manufactured or assembled.

Unit Product Costs

The total cost (fixed and variable) divided by the number of units produced, representing the cost per each unit manufactured.