All of the following are sorting functions performed by intermediaries EXCEPT ________.
A) building up an assortment of products for resale purposes
B) dividing stocks into smaller groups for easier handling
C) combining similar products from multiple sources
D) matching buyer product needs to retailer stocks
E) sorting and grouping products that are similar

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Sorting functions performed by intermediaries involve activities related to organizing, grouping, or assembling products to facilitate transactions. These include building assortments (A), breaking bulk (B), and combining products from different sources (C, E). Matching buyer needs to retailer stocks (D) is more related to the function of facilitating transactions or providing market information rather than sorting.

All of the Following Are Sorting Functions Performed by Intermediaries