Which of the following businesses would most likely have the shortest operating cycle?
A)A retail chain such as Walmart
B)A jewellery manufacturer such as Mappins
C)A grocery chain such as Loblaws
D)A pizza franchise such as Pizza Pizza

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A pizza franchise such as Pizza Pizza would most likely have the shortest operating cycle as the entire process of receiving an order, preparing the pizza, delivering it and receiving payment happens within a relatively short period of time (typically 30 minutes or less). In comparison, the other businesses listed involve longer lead times for acquiring inventory, manufacturing products, and selling them to customers.

Which of the Following Businesses Would Most Likely Have the Shortest