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There are four fundamental assumptions of free-market economics that a market-driven society strives to achieve. What statement most closely matches the assumption of self-interest?
There are four fundamental assumptions of free-market economics that a market-driven society strives to achieve. What statement most closely matches the assumption of self-interest?
After World War II, advertising grew rapidly, and in time achieved its current status as the largest advertising medium in terms of revenues.
After World War II, advertising grew rapidly, and in time achieved its current status as the largest advertising medium in terms of revenues.
The modern practice of coordinating and integrating brand messages across all consumer contact points is called
The modern practice of coordinating and integrating brand messages across all consumer contact points is called
What is a characteristic of advertising?
What is a characteristic of advertising?
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A strategy of product differentiation allows manufacturers to separate a particular brand from its competitors by associating that brand with a particular set of needs that rank high on the consumer's priority list.
A strategy of product differentiation allows manufacturers to separate a particular brand from its competitors by associating that brand with a particular set of needs that rank high on the consumer's priority list.
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ESPN on cable television is an example of narrowcasting.
ESPN on cable television is an example of narrowcasting.
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Which is the best example of a good?
Which is the best example of a good?
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Complete information, one of the four fundamental assumptions of free market economics that a market-driven society strives to achieve, refers to the idea that society benefits from having a wide range of sellers and buyers.
Complete information, one of the four fundamental assumptions of free market economics that a market-driven society strives to achieve, refers to the idea that society benefits from having a wide range of sellers and buyers.
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In the 1960s, Volkswagen launched an ad campaign, “Think small,” emphasizing its difference from large, road-hogging American car brands. What kind of strategy was Volkswagen most likely using?
In the 1960s, Volkswagen launched an ad campaign, “Think small,” emphasizing its difference from large, road-hogging American car brands. What kind of strategy was Volkswagen most likely using?
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The advertising profession has struggled with issues of truthfulness and ethics. During what time period did the simmering resentment finally boil over into a full-blown consumer movement, which led to government regulation and ultimately to industry efforts at self-regulation?
The advertising profession has struggled with issues of truthfulness and ethics. During what time period did the simmering resentment finally boil over into a full-blown consumer movement, which led to government regulation and ultimately to industry efforts at self-regulation?
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What economic principle best demonstrates the importance of advertising?
What economic principle best demonstrates the importance of advertising?
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The U.S. has established stricter guidelines regarding advertising to children than any other country.
The U.S. has established stricter guidelines regarding advertising to children than any other country.
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Advertising adds value to a brand by educating customers about new uses for a product.
Advertising adds value to a brand by educating customers about new uses for a product.
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Under current advertising law, the only product claims—explicit or implied—that can be considered deceptive are those that:
Under current advertising law, the only product claims—explicit or implied—that can be considered deceptive are those that:
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What was the result of the 1998 settlement between the tobacco industry and U.S. states?
What was the result of the 1998 settlement between the tobacco industry and U.S. states?
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A small glass manufacturer, attempting to gain market share rapidly, introduced a new “shatterproof” windshield last year. Although the company did not have research or evidence supporting its “shatterproof” claim, the company advertised the windshields as such. This is an example of ____ advertising.
A small glass manufacturer, attempting to gain market share rapidly, introduced a new “shatterproof” windshield last year. Although the company did not have research or evidence supporting its “shatterproof” claim, the company advertised the windshields as such. This is an example of ____ advertising.
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An advertisement that makes a vague, emotional claim about a product is considered deceptive advertising.
An advertisement that makes a vague, emotional claim about a product is considered deceptive advertising.
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The European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) provides strong consumer protections for how personal data is collected and shared. Since the law only applies to European companies, U.S. companies have not changed their policies to conform.
The European General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) provides strong consumer protections for how personal data is collected and shared. Since the law only applies to European companies, U.S. companies have not changed their policies to conform.
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When PETA ran a billboard in 2009 with the headline “Save the Whales” and an image of an overweight woman, the advertisement was criticized for promoting fatphobia. Advertisements like this are often challenged by ____ that actively work to protect consumer rights by investigating advertising complaints received from the public and those that grow out of their own research.
When PETA ran a billboard in 2009 with the headline “Save the Whales” and an image of an overweight woman, the advertisement was criticized for promoting fatphobia. Advertisements like this are often challenged by ____ that actively work to protect consumer rights by investigating advertising complaints received from the public and those that grow out of their own research.
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The ____ protects all copyrighted material, including advertising, in the United States.
The ____ protects all copyrighted material, including advertising, in the United States.
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Larry works at Damico & Sons Advertising Group and is responsible for producing dealer ads, window posters, point-of-purchase displays, and dealer sales materials. Larry most likely works in the ____ department.
Larry works at Damico & Sons Advertising Group and is responsible for producing dealer ads, window posters, point-of-purchase displays, and dealer sales materials. Larry most likely works in the ____ department.
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If profit margins in entrepreneurial agencies are often slimmer, what allows them to succeed?
If profit margins in entrepreneurial agencies are often slimmer, what allows them to succeed?
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Why is local advertising so critically important?
Why is local advertising so critically important?
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When it comes to advertising in social media, it has been argued that local advertisers have a disadvantage over national advertisers because they share a community with their customers.
When it comes to advertising in social media, it has been argued that local advertisers have a disadvantage over national advertisers because they share a community with their customers.
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Marisol wrote the copy for a brochure to sell timeshares. Ron used Marisol's copy to design the brochure, so the verbal and visual symbols would work together. Ron is most likely a(n)
Marisol wrote the copy for a brochure to sell timeshares. Ron used Marisol's copy to design the brochure, so the verbal and visual symbols would work together. Ron is most likely a(n)
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EZ-Green Lawn Care sends a ready-made advertisement to a regional newspaper published in Columbia, Missouri. The newspaper publisher inserts the name, address, and phone number of a local business that carries EZ-Green's line of high-end lawn care tools, grass seed, and garden supplies. EZ-Green pays 75 percent of the cost of running the ad. The local business pays the other 25 percent. This is an example of centralized advertising.
EZ-Green Lawn Care sends a ready-made advertisement to a regional newspaper published in Columbia, Missouri. The newspaper publisher inserts the name, address, and phone number of a local business that carries EZ-Green's line of high-end lawn care tools, grass seed, and garden supplies. EZ-Green pays 75 percent of the cost of running the ad. The local business pays the other 25 percent. This is an example of centralized advertising.
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Institutional advertising promotes a specific service or product and stimulates short-term action.
Institutional advertising promotes a specific service or product and stimulates short-term action.
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Allie just finished working on a social media ad campaign targeting young consumers who prefer comparing and purchasing their fitness equipment online. Allie most likely works in an interactive agency.
Allie just finished working on a social media ad campaign targeting young consumers who prefer comparing and purchasing their fitness equipment online. Allie most likely works in an interactive agency.
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What is the job title used for the individual in the ad agency who defends the consumer's point of view and the creative strategy in the debate between the agency's creative team and the client?
What is the job title used for the individual in the ad agency who defends the consumer's point of view and the creative strategy in the debate between the agency's creative team and the client?
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Though many factors affect the relationship between agencies and their clients, the four most important are
Though many factors affect the relationship between agencies and their clients, the four most important are
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Aaron is charged with developing a positioning strategy for a new cologne from Calvin Klein. To reach the cologne’s target audience and set it apart from competitors, he'd like to use pop singer Charlie Puth as a spokesperson for the cologne. Which approach is Aaron most likely using in his positioning strategy development?
Aaron is charged with developing a positioning strategy for a new cologne from Calvin Klein. To reach the cologne’s target audience and set it apart from competitors, he'd like to use pop singer Charlie Puth as a spokesperson for the cologne. Which approach is Aaron most likely using in his positioning strategy development?
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Pure Necessities produces a line of natural home cleaning products. It just developed an easy-to-use hardwood floor cleaner that thoroughly disinfects the floor without leaving any sticky residue or dulling of the woodgrain. If Pure Necessities follows the common practice for firms with a new product, which method of allocating funds will it most likely use?
Pure Necessities produces a line of natural home cleaning products. It just developed an easy-to-use hardwood floor cleaner that thoroughly disinfects the floor without leaving any sticky residue or dulling of the woodgrain. If Pure Necessities follows the common practice for firms with a new product, which method of allocating funds will it most likely use?
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What is the principal benefit of integrated marketing communications (IMC)?
What is the principal benefit of integrated marketing communications (IMC)?
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What statement is true about the marketing plan?
What statement is true about the marketing plan?
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Plants Over Pork is introducing fresh, not frozen, plant-based breakfast sausage into supermarket meat cases. After creating awareness for the product, the company wants to communicate that the product has a classic breakfast sausage taste, is healthier than regular sausage, and is produced sustainably. The message that the company wants to communicate represents the ____ task of the advertising pyramid.
Plants Over Pork is introducing fresh, not frozen, plant-based breakfast sausage into supermarket meat cases. After creating awareness for the product, the company wants to communicate that the product has a classic breakfast sausage taste, is healthier than regular sausage, and is produced sustainably. The message that the company wants to communicate represents the ____ task of the advertising pyramid.
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The ____ perspective of integrated marketing communications (IMC) sees customers as partners in an ongoing relationship, recognizes the terminology they use, acknowledges the importance of the whole communications system, and accepts the many ways they come into contact with the company or the brand.
The ____ perspective of integrated marketing communications (IMC) sees customers as partners in an ongoing relationship, recognizes the terminology they use, acknowledges the importance of the whole communications system, and accepts the many ways they come into contact with the company or the brand.
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Angie had an outpatient procedure yesterday at a local medical center. A representative called her today to ask how she was doing and whether she had any questions. Which of Kotler and Armstrong's levels of relationships is illustrated by this call?
Angie had an outpatient procedure yesterday at a local medical center. A representative called her today to ask how she was doing and whether she had any questions. Which of Kotler and Armstrong's levels of relationships is illustrated by this call?
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Review and revision of a formal marketing plan is an ongoing activity.
Review and revision of a formal marketing plan is an ongoing activity.
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Corporate objectives are expressed in terms of net worth, earnings ratios, growth, or corporate reputation.
Corporate objectives are expressed in terms of net worth, earnings ratios, growth, or corporate reputation.
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Relationship marketing is also called transactional marketing.
Relationship marketing is also called transactional marketing.
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Study Notes
Chapter 1: Fundamental Assumptions of Free-Market Economics
- Four fundamental assumptions drive market-driven societies.
- Self-interest assumption: A wide range of sellers ensures that if one company fails to meet customer needs, another will capitalize on the opportunity.
- Efficient competition outcome: Better products at lower prices.
- Consumers seek more value for their money; successful companies want more revenue.
- The correct marketing strategy defines target audience, advertising media, and campaign goals for optimal impact.
Chapter 1: Advertising Mediums
- After WWII, advertising rapidly expanded, placing digital advertising as the dominant medium in terms of revenue.
- Television (TV) was a prominent medium after WWII, followed by radio and print media. Advertising through word-of-mouth existed alongside these.
Chapter 1: Modern Marketing Practices
- The modern practice of integrating brand messages across all consumer touchpoints is called Integrated Marketing Communication.
- This approach coordinates messages and promotes a unified brand image across all channels. Avoiding inconsistencies in branding, ensures that consumers get a cohesive impression from engaging with the business.
Chapter 1: Advertising Characteristics
- Advertising is characterized by being product-focused, non-personal communication, and not inherently free.
Chapter 2: Economic Principles
- The importance of advertising is underscored by the economic principle.
- Advertising adds value to a brand by teaching potential customers the different uses of various products.
- Information is a cornerstone of free-market economies, benefiting both sellers and buyers.
Chapter 2: Advertising Regulations
- The U.S. has regulations for advertising to children.
- Deceptive advertising claims, whether explicit or implicit, are prohibited.
- The 1998 Tobacco settlement led to a significant change in tobacco industry advertising in magazines.
Chapter 2: Advertising Examples
- Examples of advertising are identified.
- There are examples of good products and bad marketing practices.
Chapter 3: Advertising Agency Departments
- Describes the role of Larry in an advertising agency.
- Provides a different example of how an advertising agency's structure can be organized.
- Demonstrates the importance of a well-managed sales team and different functions within a company.
- Discusses a successful strategy used by some entrepreneurs.
Chapter 3: Local Advertisement
- Local advertising is crucial to companies for building relationships with customers.
- Local advertisement's function is distinct from national campaigns; local advertisers prioritize controlling messages and fostering customer relationships.
Chapter 3: Brochure Design
- Explains the process of creating brochures or marketing materials.
Chapter 3: Advertising
- Provides example of advertising methods and descriptions.
Chapter 7: Positioning Strategies
- Aaron's positioning strategy for Calvin Klein cologne focuses on a specific approach.
- Using a celebrity spokesperson (Charlie Puth) is an example of a common positioning strategy.
- Businesses allocate marketing budgets in different ways, including methods based on the percentage of sales, budget buildup, and the objective/target method.
Chapter 7: Marketing Communications
- Integrated marketing communications (IMC) is a crucial concept.
- Benefits of integrated marketing communications (IMC) are detailed, including benefits for customers and the organization.
Chapter 7: Different Communication Perspectives
- Discusses the different perspectives of how businesses approach marketing and communication strategies.
Critical Thinking: Relationships, Objectives, and Marketing Plans
- Kotler and Armstrong's levels of relationships are outlined.
- The role of a formal marketing plan in an ongoing process, including revision and evaluation.
- Corporate objectives are reflected in quantifiable measures like net worth, earnings ratios, market share, etc.
- Relationship marketing is contrasted with transactional marketing, focusing on building long-term client relationships rather than simply completing individual transactions.
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Explore the essential principles of free-market economics and modern advertising mediums. This quiz dives into the self-interest assumption and the evolution of advertising post-WWII, highlighting how these concepts shape today's marketing strategies. Test your understanding of these fundamental topics and their implications for businesses.
