WAEC Commerce 2004 Question 17

Question 17

Wholesale Trade

Manufacturers sell directly to consumers when they

  1. A.want to make profit
  2. B.wish to eliminate all transport costs
  3. C.live far away from them
  4. D.deal in perishable goods
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (deal in perishable goods)

Explanation

Perishable goods must reach consumers quickly, so producers sell direct.