John Herr's company has standardized the size of its paper bags so that each bag can be used in five to seven different store departments. This approach to cost reduction likely took place in the ________ stage of the business buying process.
A)problem recognition
B)general need description
C)product specification
D)supplier search
E)proposal solicitation

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The standardization of paper bag size falls under the stage of product specification in the business buying process, where the company identifies the specific characteristics and requirements of the product they need.

John Herr's Company Has Standardized the Size of Its Paper