1. a. Clearly identify the industry for Advance Auto Parts, Inc.

b. Find its industry classification code (SIC and NAICS).

c. Identify the key competitors in the industry.

2. Once you have a grasp on the scope of the industry, complete partial five forces analysis for this specific force: Buyer Power. You must analyze only this one specific force. You should cover all of the factors that drive each force. Be sure to use data and good sources of information to justify your conclusions.

3.Provide a summary of your analyses. Your write-up should discuss the pressures to profitability in this industry from the force you have analyzed (Buyer Power) . Be sure that any conclusions are well-grounded in evidence (Citations).