Which of the following is a reason behind Wal-Mart's success?
A)Absence of unionization and encouragement of merit-based promotions.
B)Complete control over the market price.
C)Presence of regional managers in the field rather than at headquarters.
D)Centralized control and inspection over the functioning of store managers.

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Wal-Mart has been successful in managing costs and keeping prices low, in part through its avoidance of unionization, which reduces labor costs and allows for merit-based promotions. This has allowed the company to maintain high levels of efficiency and flexibility in its operations.

Which of the Following Is a Reason Behind Wal-Mart's Success