Using the Same Information Given Above (Problem 32),assume the Carrier

Using the same information given above (Problem 32) ,assume the carrier promises one-day delivery on the separate shipments,and two-day delivery on the consolidated shipment.If shorter delivery time is important to these customers,Smith Equipment should

A) consolidate the shipments because the savings is substantial.
B) consolidate the shipments even though the savings are minimal.
C) send the shipments separately even though this is a slightly more expensive option.
D) send the shipments separately even though this is a significantly more expensive option.