Which of the Following Statements Regarding "Proximity" in the Location

question 79

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding "proximity" in the location decision is FALSE?

• A)Service organizations find that proximity to market is the most critical primary location factor.
• B)Manufacturers want to be near customers when their product is bulky,heavy,or fragile.
• C)Perishability of raw materials is a good reason for manufacturers to locate near the supplier,not the customer.
• D)Reduction in bulk is a good reason for a manufacturer to locate near the supplier.
• E)Clustering among fast food chains occurs because they need to be near their labor supply.

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