Which of the Following Is an Example of Disintermediation

question 46

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of disintermediation?

• A) Land Rover markets most of its four-wheel drives in high altitude regions where vehicles require more power.
• B) Dunkin' Donuts expanded its menu beyond breakfasts by adding hearty snacks that substitute for meals,consisting of items like Dunkin' Dawgs,hot dogs wrapped in dough.
• C) Gatorade Thirst Quencher is a market leader in sports drinks.It is now planning to market its drinks to working women in urban areas.
• D) OakTeak,a furniture manufacturing firm,started selling directly to its customers after it experienced a dip in sales due to channel conflicts between retailers.
• E) A luxury car company creates a hybrid line of automobiles for consumers who are concerned about the environment.

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