Rage, a Leading Motor Vehicle Manufacturer, Introduces a New Superbike

Rage, a leading motor vehicle manufacturer, introduces a new superbike model. It invites proposals from independent dealers who are willing to set up exclusive showrooms that only sell Rage's superbikes. Chosen dealers will sell and service the superbikes, and Rage will oversee national advertising. This is most likely an example of a(n) ________.

A) administered vertical marketing system
B) horizontal manufacturing marketing system
C) manufacturer-sponsored retailer franchise system
D) manufacturer-sponsored wholesaler franchise system
E) direct marketing system