When hunter went to the hardware store looking for gloves to wear while refinishing a table, he bought one pair because that was
all he needed. but when the hardware store purchased the gloves, it purchased a case containing 100 pairs of identical gloves. which logistical function did the hardware store perform for hunter and its other customers? sorting?
The answer would be sorting. Logistical functions comprise assorting—making product varieties from numerous sources to attend customers, storing—gathering and guarding products at a suitable location to offer better customer service, sorting—purchasing in large amounts and break down into smaller amounts desired by customers.