Online retail purchases by consumers can be the result of several very different approaches,which include: (1)paying dues to become a member of an online discount service; (2)using a shopping "bot" to search for a product at the best price; (3)going directly to online malls; and (4)
A) becoming a member of a research group that evaluates new products.
B) becoming a secret shopper.
C) participating in an online auction.
D) participating in a buying cooperative.
E) becoming a PURL.

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Option C, participating in an online auction, is the most appropriate choice to complete the given list. It is a common method used by consumers to purchase products at lower prices by bidding against other consumers. The other options mentioned (A, B, D, E) don't fit the context of the list or don't relate to online retail purchases.

Online Retail Purchases by Consumers Can Be the Result of Several