A listing contract given to several real estate brokers in which the commission is payable to the first broker who brings in an acceptable offer is what type of listing

Which of the following would not generally be a motive for a firm to hold inventories? a. to decouple or separate parts of the production process b. to provide a stock of goods that will provide a selection for customers c. to take advantage of quantity discounts d. to minimize holding costs e. all of the above are functions of inventory.