UNDERSTANDING BUSINESS
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Author: Nickels
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 14.2, Problem 14.2BQ
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To determine: The difference created by the way a good is classified.
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Consumer goods and services are those goods and services which are purchased by consumer for final consumption and not for further processing for resale purpose.
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UNDERSTANDING BUSINESS
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