For Distant Manufacturers It Can Be Generalized That

For distant manufacturers it can be generalized that:

A) The use of intermediaries will increase distribution costs.
B) The use of intermediaries will decrease distribution costs.
C) A direct channel from distant manufacturer to consumer is most efficient with the lowest distribution costs.
D) The use of intermediaries increase product costs because of increased trucking/shipping expenses.
E) Profits are constant regardless of the use of intermediaries because all distribution costs are passed onto the consumer.