In which decision area does physical distribution NOT extend beyond transportation?
A) inventory control
B) material handling
C) risk analysis
D) protective packaging

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Physical distribution encompasses various activities related to the supply chain management, including transportation, inventory control, material handling, and protective packaging. However, risk analysis, while related to the overall management of the supply chain, is not specifically a part of physical distribution's core activities. It extends beyond just the physical aspects of distribution to include financial, operational, and strategic risks.

In Which Decision Area Does Physical Distribution NOT Extend Beyond