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Author: KRAJEWSKI
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Chapter 15, Problem 3DQ
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Interpretation: The financial implications to be considered when the option of reverse logistics supply chains is entertained by the firms.
Concept Introduction:
Reverse logistics: When some goods are to be transported beyond the activities such as manufacturing of the final sale of the product, the process involved is called reverse logistics.
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