A basic phenomenon in the ranks of retailers since 1948 has been: ...

[Capo]

A basic phenomenon in the ranks of retailers since 1948 has been:
 a. The tendency toward larger-scale retailers as measured by average sales per store.
  b. The large increase in the number of retail stores for each census period since 1948.
  c. The increase of average sales per store.
  d. The consistent large decline in the number of retail stores.
  e. The decrease in the size of retail establishments.

Question 2

A(n) ___________________ ________________ is defined as a coordinated collection of data, systems, tools, and techniques, complemented by supporting software and hardware designed for the gathering and interpretation of business and environmental data.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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Answer to Question 1

C

Answer to Question 2

Decision support system

[Capo]

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