Answer: Option D
Explanation: In simple words, a wholesaler refers to an entity which requires and sell goods in bulk at lower prices. the wholesalers do not deal with final costumer but their domain remains with the manufacturer and the retailer.
Stores like home depot and Costco have scale of operations at a high level. Thus, they procure material at a very high price. Usually contractors and restaurant owners deals in high volume of gods ,thus, when these stores deals with such parties they will be performing as wholesalers.
