Located predominately in Europe,these large stores (more than 200,000 square feet),which offer thousands of different food,grocery,and general merchandise products,are referred to as
A)discount wholesalers.
B)discount retailers.
C)supermarkets.
D)hypermarkets.
E)retail cooperatives.

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The features described in the question - large stores, thousands of different products including food, grocery, and general merchandise - are characteristic of hypermarkets. Supermarkets (C) are typically smaller than hypermarkets and offer a more limited range of products. Discount retailers (B) may have large stores but typically focus on a narrower range of products and offer lower prices. Discount wholesalers (A) sell bulk quantities of products to retailers rather than selling directly to consumers. Retail cooperatives (E) are owned and operated by their members, who typically consist of the store's customers.

Located Predominately in Europe,these Large Stores (More Than 200,000 Square