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The Freon Market
On supermarket coolers |
Umbra Fisk |
17 Nov 2003 |
Ask Umbra |
| Dear Umbra, Every time I go to the grocery store and see meats, dairy products, and other products displayed in open-air refrigerators, I get a little miffed and wonder if this isn't a huge waste of energy and a tremendous cost to the supermarket as well. Do supermarkets make more money having their products in open-air rather than closed-door displays? Delos Chapel Hill, N.C. Dearest Delos, If you've ever made an impulse purchas ... |
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