Laura DeWolf and Julie Komar own and operate a small organic bakery.On a weekly basis, they go to their local Costco to purchase some food items and cleaning supplies they need for their business.With the exceptions of the volume they purchase and the items' intended use, this shopping trip is identical to a weekly trip by their families to a grocery store.Costco is serving as a __________ wholesaler for these entrepreneurs.
A)general-line
B)specialty-line
C)full-service merchant
D)truck
E)cash-and-carry

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In this scenario, Costco is acting as a cash-and-carry wholesaler for Laura DeWolf and Julie Komar's organic bakery. They are able to purchase goods in bulk at Costco and carry them back to their bakery, similar to a typical grocery shopping trip for their families.

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