Which of the Following Statements About the Supplier Selection Stage

Which of the following statements about the supplier selection stage of the business buying decision process is true?

A) Price is the only factor businesses consider before making a purchase decision.
B) Even companies that have adopted a total quality management approach consider price to be the most important factor in choosing a supplier.
C) Price and warranty are the only two factors businesses consider before making a purchase decision.
D) Buyers do not negotiate for better terms before making a final supplier selection.
E) Before selecting a supplier, many companies consider the supplier's reputation for ethical corporate behavior and honest communication.