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A company notices a rapid increase in sales for its new line of energy drinks, followed by an equally rapid decline. Which type of non-traditional Product Life Cycle (PLC) is this product most likely experiencing?
A company notices a rapid increase in sales for its new line of energy drinks, followed by an equally rapid decline. Which type of non-traditional Product Life Cycle (PLC) is this product most likely experiencing?
- Standard PLC
- Trend
- Fad (correct)
- Niche
A local coffee shop decides to donate 5% of every latte sale to a nearby animal shelter. This is an example of which type of marketing?
A local coffee shop decides to donate 5% of every latte sale to a nearby animal shelter. This is an example of which type of marketing?
- Cause Marketing (correct)
- Product Marketing
- Interactive Marketing
- Marketing Mix
Which stage of the Product Life Cycle (PLC) typically involves high marketing costs, low sales, and the goal of creating awareness?
Which stage of the Product Life Cycle (PLC) typically involves high marketing costs, low sales, and the goal of creating awareness?
- Decline
- Maturity
- Growth
- Introduction (correct)
A company is deciding whether to keep producing a product, modify it, or discontinue it altogether. According to the definitions, which specific point in the Product Life Cycle is the product at?
A company is deciding whether to keep producing a product, modify it, or discontinue it altogether. According to the definitions, which specific point in the Product Life Cycle is the product at?
If a decrease in the price of streaming devices (like Roku or Chromecast) leads to an increase in the demand for streaming subscriptions (like Netflix or Hulu), what type of goods are streaming devices and streaming subscriptions?
If a decrease in the price of streaming devices (like Roku or Chromecast) leads to an increase in the demand for streaming subscriptions (like Netflix or Hulu), what type of goods are streaming devices and streaming subscriptions?
According to the definitions, which of the following is one of the 4Ps of marketing?
According to the definitions, which of the following is one of the 4Ps of marketing?
What economic principle states that as the price of a good or service increases, the quantity supplied will also increase?
What economic principle states that as the price of a good or service increases, the quantity supplied will also increase?
A company specializing in organic skincare products focuses its marketing efforts on consumers interested in sustainability and natural ingredients. What is this specific group of consumers called?
A company specializing in organic skincare products focuses its marketing efforts on consumers interested in sustainability and natural ingredients. What is this specific group of consumers called?
A company launches a new smartphone with innovative features and conducts extensive advertising campaigns. During which stage of the Product Life Cycle would the company likely spend the most on promotion, relative to revenue?
A company launches a new smartphone with innovative features and conducts extensive advertising campaigns. During which stage of the Product Life Cycle would the company likely spend the most on promotion, relative to revenue?
In the market for smartphones, Samsung and Apple products can often satisfy the same consumer needs. What term describes the relationship between Samsung smartphones and Apple iPhones?
In the market for smartphones, Samsung and Apple products can often satisfy the same consumer needs. What term describes the relationship between Samsung smartphones and Apple iPhones?
Flashcards
Marketing
Marketing
The process of creating, promoting, and delivering goods or services to satisfy consumer needs and wants.
4 Ps
4 Ps
Product, Price, Place, and Promotion—key elements businesses use to market their goods or services.
Interactive Marketing
Interactive Marketing
A marketing strategy focused on two-way communication between businesses and consumers, often via digital platforms.
Product Life Cycle (PLC)
Product Life Cycle (PLC)
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Cause Marketing
Cause Marketing
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Marketing Mix
Marketing Mix
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Fad
Fad
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Niche
Niche
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Trend
Trend
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Slogan
Slogan
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Study Notes
- Marketing involves the creation, promotion, and delivery of goods/services to meet consumer needs and wants.
- The 4 Ps of marketing are Product, Price, Place, and Promotion.
- Marketing functions include product/service management, distribution, financing, pricing, promotion, selling, and market research.
- Interactive marketing uses two-way communication between businesses and consumers, often through digital platforms.
- The Product Life Cycle (PLC) includes the stages of Introduction, Growth, Maturity, and Decline.
- Non-traditional PLCs are Fads, Niches, and Trends.
- Demand represents the quantity consumers are willing and able to buy at various prices.
- Supply represents the quantity businesses are willing to produce and sell at various prices.
- Cause marketing involves a company supporting a social cause as part of its branding.
Marketing Mix
- The marketing mix combines the 4 Ps (Product, Price, Place, Promotion) for effective marketing.
Product Life Cycle Stages
- Introduction is the initial stage of the PLC, with high marketing costs and low sales.
- Growth is the second stage, characterized by increased sales, demand, and competition.
- Maturity is the stage where sales peak, competition is high, and focus is on maintaining market share.
- Decline is the final stage, where sales and demand decrease significantly.
Non-Traditional Product Life Cycles
- A Fad is a product that gains rapid popularity but quickly fades away.
- A Niche caters to a specific audience with unique needs.
- A Trend is a longer-lasting movement in consumer behavior.
Supply & Demand
- Substitute Goods can replace each other in satisfying consumer needs.
- Equilibrium is where supply and demand meet, resulting in a stable price.
- The Law of Supply states that as price increases, the quantity supplied also increases.
- The Law of Demand states that as price decreases, the quantity demanded increases.
Additional Terms
- A Target Market is a specific group of consumers a business aims to reach.
- A Slogan is a short, catchy phrase used to represent a brand or product.
- Complementary Goods are used together; demand for one increases demand for the other.
- A Decision Point occurs in the PLC where a company decides to continue, modify, or discontinue a product.
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Description
Explore marketing fundamentals, including the 4 Ps (Product, Price, Place, Promotion), key functions, and the Product Life Cycle (PLC). Learn about interactive and cause marketing strategies. Understand non-traditional PLCs like fads, niches, and trends.
