Illustrate the differences between a straight rebuy, a modified rebuy, and a new-task purchase

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In a straight rebuy, the purchasing department reorders on a routine basis and chooses from suppliers on an approved list. In a modified rebuy, the buyer wants to modify product specifications, prices, delivery requirements, or other terms. Lastly, in the new-task purchase, a purchaser buys a product or service for the first time.

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