Supermarkets,departmentalized,self-service stores that are the predominant type of retail outlet for food products in the United States.An average supermarket handles thousands of edible items including meat,fresh fruits and vegetables,dairy products,canned groceries,bakery items,delicatessen,and frozen foods.Some also carry items such as seafood and liquor.Nonedibles found in supermarkets include household cleaners,paper products,health and beauty aids,and housewares.The markets are located in shopping centers,neighborhood areas,business centers,and along highways.
Today,supermarkets are operated by chains of various sizes (see Chain Stores) and by independent owners.The supermarket concept is gaining increasing popularity throughout the world.Other lines of retailing have adopted some of the supermarket methods of low-cost mass distribution.
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