A Rice Mill in South Louisiana Purchases the Trucking Firm

question 14

Multiple Choice

A rice mill in south Louisiana purchases the trucking firm that transports packaged rice to distributors. This is an example of which of the following?

• A) horizontal integration
• B) forward integration
• C) backward integration
• D) current transformation
• E) keiretsu

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Definitions:

Profundal Zone

A deep zone of a body of water where sunlight does not reach, typically found in lakes and often lacking in photosynthetic life.

Lake

a large body of water surrounded by land, usually freshwater, and larger and deeper than a pond.

Penetrate

To enter or force a way into or through something; to pierce.

Rich Soils

Rich soils are highly fertile soils that contain a wealth of organic matter, nutrients, and minerals, promoting vigorous plant growth.