ACE Clothing Company Makes and Sells Trendy Clothes That Appeal

ACE Clothing Company makes and sells trendy clothes that appeal to teenagers.If ACE is vertically integrated,which of the following statements is most likely true?

A) ACE clothing is sold through department stores that carry many brands.
B) Independent wholesalers manage ACE product distribution efforts.
C) ACE clothing is sold exclusively through company-owned stores.
D) Manufacturers' representatives sell most ACE products.
E) ACE clothing is promoted through social media tools.