Consumer Behavior Concepts Quiz

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What is the term for the phenomenon when a consumer switches brands even if their current brand adequately meets their needs?

Deliberate Search

Variety Seeking

Sensory-Specific Satiety

Brand Switching (correct)

What is the term for the process of acquiring information about products from sources like advertisements, friends, or consumer reports?

External Search (correct)

Filter Bubbles

Variety Seeking

Deliberate Search

What is the term for the desire to select new alternatives over familiar ones, often driven by a lack of stimulation in the environment?

External search

Sensory-Specific Satiety

Variety Seeking (correct)

Brand Switching

Which scenario describes an example of 'accidental' search for product information?

A consumer seeing a new snack advertisement on television and becoming interested in trying it. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a consumer's tendency to only seek out and engage with information that confirms their existing beliefs, potentially leading to confirmation bias?

Filter Bubbles (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies a 'want conflict'?

A student decides to skip their afternoon study session to attend a friend's party. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, which of the following best describes the relationship between affect, arousal, and emotions?

Arousal is a component of both moods and emotions, but emotions are generally characterized by higher levels of arousal. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements accurately describes the self-regulatory challenge as presented in the text?

The self-regulatory challenge arises from the constant struggle to maintain a balance between short-term desires and long-term goals, even when those desires are compelling. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best exemplifies a 'should conflict'?

An individual chooses to stay up late watching a movie instead of getting a good night's sleep. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding interpersonal conflicts?

Both want conflicts and should conflicts involve a tension between immediate desires and long-term goals, with the key difference being the context in which they occur. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a major impact of consumer behavior on marketing strategies?

Firms must align their offerings based on consumer needs. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of how brands influence consumer decisions unconsciously?

Using prime shelf locations for products. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is meant by 'defaults' in the context of influencing consumer behavior?

The option consumers automatically choose without active selection. (B) Signup and view all the answers

How do willpower reserves affect consumer purchasing decisions?

Low willpower makes consumers decide based on impulse rather than needs. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which question is NOT relevant for businesses to understand their consumers?

How can we create new product features? (A) Signup and view all the answers

What purpose do intelligent agents serve in online marketplaces?

They help filter and organize market information. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes search engine optimization (SEO)?

Techniques to improve content visibility in search results. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the concept of 'long tail' impact profitability for companies?

Profitability can come from selling niche products to numerous customers. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What are hybrid products characterized by?

Combining features from multiple distinct product categories. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a superordinate category in the context of product categorization?

An abstract level of categorization. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In consumer product evaluation, what role does knowledge structure play?

It impacts how consumers categorize and compare products. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of a positioning strategy in marketing?

To convince consumers to classify a product in a specific category. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which category level allows for a broad range of alternatives while grouping similar items?

Basic level category (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of repositioning orange juice according to the content?

To market it as an all-day beverage (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does defining a superordinate category help in evaluating products?

It makes noncomparable items easier to compare (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a category exemplar mentioned in the content?

Apple pie as a representative of pies (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which attribute is considered most important for many consumers as a determinant attribute?

Authenticity (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the compensatory decision rule allow for a product's shortcomings?

To be balanced by strengths in other areas (C) Signup and view all the answers

How do evaluative criteria impact decision-making?

Prioritize dimensions that differ among products (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a simple additive rule in decision-making?

Selecting the option with the most positive attributes (A) Signup and view all the answers

What effect does unclear category placement have on product discovery?

Diminishes the ability to find them (C) Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the phenomenon where individuals become less aware of a stimulus over time due to its familiarity?

Adaptation (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors influences perceptual selection based on personal relevance?

Perceptual defense (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason stimuli that are irrelevant or unimportant tend to habituate?

Low relevance (C) Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of a stimulus can help it stand out against competitors?

Color (D) Signup and view all the answers

In which of the following situations is perceptual vigilance most likely to occur?

When the stimuli relate to an individual's current needs (B) Signup and view all the answers

What effect does intensity have on the habit formation of stimuli?

Less intense stimuli tend to habituate due to lower sensory impact (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor can significantly increase the likelihood of noticing a stimulus?

Position of the stimulus in relation to the competition (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the exposure to too much information that exceeds processing capability?

Sensory overload (B) Signup and view all the answers

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Test your knowledge on key concepts in consumer behavior. This quiz covers brand switching, information search processes, and psychological factors influencing consumer decision-making. Perfect for students exploring marketing and consumer psychology.