Which of the following is an example of an ultimate consumer?
A) a newspaper reporter who buys a plane ticket to Washington, D.C. to cover the presidential inauguration
B) a school teacher who bought a ticket to the Summer Olympics opening ceremonies
C) an office receptionist who renews the magazines that are found in the office waiting room
D) a retailer who buys poster board to make signs for an upcoming store sale
E) a landscaping firm employee who buys a new wheelbarrow to use to haul mulch

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An ultimate consumer is the end user of a product or service. In this scenario, the school teacher is buying a ticket to the Summer Olympics opening ceremony for personal use, making her the ultimate consumer. The other options involve individuals who are purchasing goods or services for professional use or for the benefit of others.

Which of the Following Is an Example of an Ultimate