Which of the following can be considered an advantage that Amazon had in the agri-food business when it bought Whole Foods Market in 2017?
A) Economies of scale in distribution and warehousing
B) Being a U.S. based company
C) Access to customer data and digital prowess
D) A and C
E) All of the above

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Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods gave it access to their extensive physical distribution network and warehousing expertise, enabling them to realize economies of scale. Additionally, as a digital-driven company, Amazon was able to leverage its digital prowess and expertise in customer data analytics to enhance Whole Foods' e-commerce offerings and capitalize on its extensive customer base. Therefore, the correct answer is D, as both options A and C are advantages that Amazon could use to gain leverage in the agri-food business after acquiring Whole Foods Market.

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