Which retail operation would have the lowest costs per book sold?
A)a small independent bookstore
B)a large retail bookstore chain
C)an Internet seller of books
D)All would have the same costs.

Question

Which retail operation would have the lowest costs per book sold?
A)a small independent bookstore 
B)a large retail bookstore chain 
C)an Internet seller of books 
D)All would have the same costs.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

An Internet seller of books would have the lowest costs per book sold as they do not have the overhead costs of a physical store and can operate with a smaller staff. They also do not have to worry about costs associated with maintaining and stocking physical inventory.

Which Retail Operation Would Have the Lowest Costs Per Book