Which of the Following Statements About the Supplier Selection Stage

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the supplier selection stage of the business buying decision process is true?

A) Before selecting a supplier,many companies consider the supplier's reputation for ethical corporate behavior and honest communication.
B) Price and warranty are the only two factors businesses consider before making a purchase decision.
C) Price is the only factor businesses consider before making a purchase decision.
D) Even companies that have adopted a total quality management approach consider price to be the most important factor in choosing a supplier.
E) Buyers do not negotiate for better terms before making a final supplier selection.