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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What does the term physical distribution refer to?
A
The outlet, or place, where the customer can purchase the product
B
The path that a product follows from the producer to the customer
C
Selling a product directly to a customer, without using any intermediaries
D
Business functions used to move a product through the channel to customers
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Physical distribution refers to the movement of finished goods from a company’s distribution and fulfillment network to the end user. In ecommerce, physical distribution involves several ecommerce supply chain activities including warehousing, inventory control, order processing, retail fulfillment, and shipping.

Detailed explanation-2: -Physical distribution is the movement of goods, products, and raw materials between warehouses, factories, and distribution centers, and sending finished products to the customer.

Detailed explanation-3: -Physical distribution includes all the activities associated with the supply of finished product at every step, from the production line to the consumers. Important physical distribution functions include customer service, order processing, inventory control, transportation and logistics, and packaging and materials.

Detailed explanation-4: -Physical distribution is a broader concept, it includes channel of distribution. Physical distribution is concerned with transportation, storage, warehousing, etc, where as channel of distribution refers to the process or intermediaries through which goods move from the producer to the ultimate consumer.

Detailed explanation-5: -A distribution channel represents a chain of businesses or intermediaries through which the final buyer purchases a good or service. Distribution channels include wholesalers, retailers, distributors, and the Internet. In a direct distribution channel, the manufacturer sells directly to the consumer.

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