JAMB Economics 1990 Question 21

Question 21

Distributive Trade

Which of the following is the major function of the wholesaler?

  1. A.Bulk breaking
  2. B.Provision of useful information to the manufacturer on products
  3. C.Provision of after-sales services to consumers
  4. D.Provision of warehousing facility
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (Bulk breaking)

Explanation

The wholesaler buys in large quantities from manufacturers and sells in smaller lots to retailers; this bulk breaking is his main function.