Which of the following wholesaler's channel functions is demonstrated when a wholesaler holds inventories and thereby reduces inventory holding costs and risks of suppliers and customers?

Managers experience a(n) ________ when they must decide which course of action will be the "lesser of two evils."

A) ethical lapse B) ethical dilemma C) cognitive quandary D) morale malaise

Abala Corporation purchased one hundred $1,000 bonds. The corporation intends to hold the bonds until they mature in two years. This investment is characterized as ________ securities

A) held-to-maturity B) discretionary C) trading D) available-for-sale