Around the world, most merchandisers operate one or a few stores in their community, owned by a single person or partnership and not operated as part of a larger retail institution. What are these operators called?
A)independent retailers
B)chain stores
C)franchise outlets
D)specialty clubs

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Independent retailers operate one or a few stores in their community and are owned by a single person or partnership. Chain stores refer to a group of retail stores owned by a single company, while franchise outlets are owned by a franchisee who pays a fee to use the trademark and operating system of the franchisor. Specialty clubs refer to stores that offer goods to a specific group of consumers with an exclusive membership.

Around the World, Most Merchandisers Operate One or a Few