Distribution centers

A. increase storing costs.
B. are designed to facilitate the flow of products through the channel.
C. are not places where regrouping activities-such as bulk-breaking-are performed.
D. are the same as public warehouses.
E. are designed to eliminate all storage.


Answer: B

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