4521102: Discount or Mass Merchandising Department Stores (Excluding Leased Departments)

Establishments that satisfy the criteria of a department store and usually: (1) convey the image of a high-volume, fast-turnover outlet selling a variety of merchandise for less than conventional prices; (2) provide centralized check-out service; and (3) provide minimal customer assistance within each department. Sales of establishments that operate leased departments in discount or mass merchandising department stores are excluded.