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A. Branded disposable diapers are available at many supermarkets and drug stores.B. If one supermarket sets a higher price for a diaper; customers may buy that brand elsewhere.
C. By contrast, the demand for private-label products may be fewer prices sensitive since it is available only at a corresponding supermarket chain.
D. So, the demand for branded diapers at any particular store may be quite price sensitive.
E. For instance, only SavOn Drugs stores sell SavOn Drugs diapers.
F. Then, stores should set a higher incremental margin percentage for private-label diapers.
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