How did the rise of big-box retailers affect the U.S. consumer economy?
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Correct answer: They expanded low-cost retailing with large supply chains
Big-box retailers grew by using large-scale purchasing, logistics, and supply chains to offer many goods at lower prices. Their expansion changed shopping patterns and placed pressure on smaller local businesses.
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