Merchant wholesaler: functions and types. - SS1 Commerce Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is one function of merchant wholesalers?
Selling products directly to end consumers
Importing products from other countries
Taking ownership of the products they purchase
Which type of merchant wholesaler specializes in a narrower range of products within a specific industry?
General Merchandise Wholesalers
Specialty Wholesalers
Cash and Carry Wholesalers
What role do merchant wholesalers play in the distribution process?
Manufacturing products for retailers
Acting as intermediaries between manufacturers and retailers
Acting as intermediaries between manufacturers and retailers
Which type of merchant wholesaler operates on a self-service basis?
General Merchandise Wholesalers
Cash and Carry Wholesalers
Drop Shippers
What is the main function of drop shippers?
Importing products from other countries
Facilitating direct shipping from manufacturers to retailers' customers
Providing marketing and promotion services
State one function of merchant wholesalers.
What role do specialty wholesalers play?
What role do specialty wholesalers play?