Which of the following types of retail operations does the longstanding Sears' motto,"Sears has everything," exemplify?
A) Specialty stores
B) Convenience stores
C) Department stores
D) Internet stores

Question

Which of the following types of retail operations does the longstanding Sears' motto,"Sears has everything," exemplify? 
A) Specialty stores
B) Convenience stores
C) Department stores
D) Internet stores

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

In general, mass merchandisers carry broad product assortments and compete on two bases. Supermarkets and department stores compete with other retailers on the basis of offering a good selection in a number of different categories, whereas supercenters, warehouse clubs, discount stores, and off-price retailers compete more on the basis of offering lower prices on products in their large assortments. Specialty stores handle deep assortments in a limited number of product categories. Convenience stores are retailers whose primary advantages to consumers are location convenience, close-in parking, and easy entry and exit. Sales made online are the fastest growing method of retailing and in some years, sales have grown 20 to 25 percent per year.

Which of the Following Types of Retail Operations Does the Longstanding