Business Management Certification prep #2

A distribution channel is a method used to get a product from the _______ to the end-user.

• manufacturer

• retailer

• customer

• wholesaler

There are two main types of distribution channels: direct channels and _______ channels.

• indirect

• parallel

• vertical

• exclusive

Distribution and fulfillment centers _______ and ship products for businesses.

• store

• design

• advertise

• consume

Distribution and fulfillment centers are both _______ distribution channels.

• indirect

• direct

• exclusive

• intensive

What is one advantage of direct distribution channels?

• They are the least complicated distribution channel.

• They involve more middlemen.

• They are more expensive.

• They take longer to deliver products.

What is one disadvantage of indirect distribution channels?

• They are less time-consuming.

• They tend to be more expensive due to middlemen.

• They are the least complicated distribution channel.

• They allow direct purchase from the manufacturer.

What are the two methods commonly used to distribute e-commerce purchases to customers?

• Through the post office or couriers.

• Directly from the manufacturer.

• Through retail stores.

• By personal delivery from the seller.

What are the three methods commonly used to distribute door-to-door purchases to customers?

• Through the post office, couriers, or at the time of purchase from the seller.

• Directly from the manufacturer, through wholesalers, or through agents.

• Through online platforms, retail stores, or personal delivery.

• By using drones, robots, or automated vehicles.

What is the primary function of a fulfillment center?

• To store products for long-term storage

• To strategically store products for quick order fulfillment

• To manufacture products

• To serve as a retail store

Which type of center is often used for retail stores to temporarily store goods?

• Fulfillment center

• Manufacturing center

• Distribution center

• Retail center