Wayne Harridge wrote:
> So are the lower prices due to:
>
> a. Less profit to whoever runs the PX
> b. exemption from some taxes
>
> Thanks,
The PX, BX, MCX, etc are stores run by the US military services. They
are exempt from taxes and make only a small profit that is used to
maintain the system and help provide other services for the military,
especially recreational. Only active duty and retired military may use
them.
Jerry Liles
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