Which of the following statements about department stores is true?
A) Department stores are more successful in America today than they have ever been.
B) Department stores typically offer shallow and narrow assortments.
C) Department stores are more popular in America than they are abroad.
D) Department stores are typically self-service.
E) Department stores were a dominant type of American retailer in the first half of the twentieth century.

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Department stores were a dominant type of American retailer in the first half of the twentieth century. While they have faced challenges in recent years, they were once a key player in the retail industry. The other statements are not true - department stores typically have broad and deep assortments, they are self-service but also often offer personalized service, and department stores are popular abroad as well as in America.

Which of the Following Statements About Department Stores Is True