Wholesale Markets Overview

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What is the primary function of a wholesale market?

To facilitate the buying of goods in bulk, followed by reselling in smaller quantities.

What is the typical role of wholesalers in a supply chain?

They act as a link between producers and retailers.

List three categories of goods commonly found in a wholesale market.

Fruits, vegetables, food grains, textiles, medicines, or paper.

Do wholesalers tend to specialize in several items or a limited number of items?

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What is the main purpose for buyers purchasing goods at a wholesale market?

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Wholesale Market

A market where goods are bought in bulk and sold in smaller quantities to resellers.

Role of Wholesalers

Wholesalers act as intermediaries between producers and retailers, facilitating the distribution of goods.

Specialization of Wholesalers

Wholesalers often specialize in one or two types of products to manage inventory and expertise.

Goods Sold in Wholesale

Common items sold in wholesale markets include fruits, vegetables, textiles, and more.

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Purpose of Buying in Wholesale

Goods are primarily bought in wholesale for the purpose of reselling them in smaller quantities.

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Study Notes

Wholesale Markets

  • Wholesale markets are places where goods are purchased in large quantities from producers and then sold in smaller amounts to retailers.
  • The primary purpose of these purchases is resale.
  • Common products sold in wholesale markets include fruits, vegetables, grains, textiles, medicines, and paper.
  • Wholesalers act as intermediaries between producers and retailers.
  • Wholesalers often specialize in one or two specific product types.

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