| A | B |
| Retail Stores | sell directly to consumers |
| Department Stores | sell a wide variety of goods and services a single store |
| Consignment or Thrift Stores | sell used merchandise at greatly reduced prices |
| Warehouse Clubs and Superstores | offer price advantages and wide product selection |
| Factory Outlet Stores | are owned by the manufacturer or distributor of the merchandise |
| Discount Stores | sell certain lines of merchandise at lower prices |
| Specialty Stores | sell specialized goods services e.g. shoe shops, and gas stations |
| Door-to-Door | a sales person comes to home either by invitation or not |
| Catalog Shopping | Shopper calls on telephone to buy goods listed in a catalog |
| Telemarketing | sellers call on telephone to goods or services |
| T-commerce | shopping in response to ads and television |
| E-commerce | buying goods and services on the Internet, Internet auctions |