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What is the primary focus of the 'Marketing Concept'?
What is the primary focus of the 'Marketing Concept'?
Which of the following best describes the 'Marketing Mix'?
Which of the following best describes the 'Marketing Mix'?
A company is using a popular soccer player to endorse a new line of sneakers. This is an example of:
A company is using a popular soccer player to endorse a new line of sneakers. This is an example of:
What is the purpose of 'Market Segmentation'?
What is the purpose of 'Market Segmentation'?
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When demand exceeds supply, what typically happens?
When demand exceeds supply, what typically happens?
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Which of the following best defines 'GDP'?
Which of the following best defines 'GDP'?
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What is the first step in the 'Consumer Decision Making Process'?
What is the first step in the 'Consumer Decision Making Process'?
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Identifying potential threats like competitors or market changes, and creating plans to minimize their impact, is best described as:
Identifying potential threats like competitors or market changes, and creating plans to minimize their impact, is best described as:
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What does SWOT analysis evaluate?
What does SWOT analysis evaluate?
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Which of the following represents the correct formula for break-even point in units?
Which of the following represents the correct formula for break-even point in units?
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A company has fixed costs of $50,000, a selling price per unit of $25, and variable costs per unit of $15. What is the break-even point in units?
A company has fixed costs of $50,000, a selling price per unit of $25, and variable costs per unit of $15. What is the break-even point in units?
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If a company sells 75,000 blocks with a selling price of $1.60 per block, has fixed costs of $60,000 and variable cost of $0.60 per block, what is its profit?
If a company sells 75,000 blocks with a selling price of $1.60 per block, has fixed costs of $60,000 and variable cost of $0.60 per block, what is its profit?
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A company's total variable cost per unit is $40, fixed costs are $400,000, and the selling price per unit is $60. How many units must the company sell to break even?
A company's total variable cost per unit is $40, fixed costs are $400,000, and the selling price per unit is $60. How many units must the company sell to break even?
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A company produces up to 100,000 blocks. If its calculated break-even point is 60,000 blocks and it produces at full capacity, what would be its operational profit, given a selling price per block of $1.60, variable cost per block of $0.60 and fixed costs of $60,000?
A company produces up to 100,000 blocks. If its calculated break-even point is 60,000 blocks and it produces at full capacity, what would be its operational profit, given a selling price per block of $1.60, variable cost per block of $0.60 and fixed costs of $60,000?
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Which of the following best describes 'branding'?
Which of the following best describes 'branding'?
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If a company's break-even point is 60,000 units, and it sells 90,000 units, how do you calculate the profit at this level?
If a company's break-even point is 60,000 units, and it sells 90,000 units, how do you calculate the profit at this level?
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Flashcards
What is GDP?
What is GDP?
The total value of goods and services produced in a country, reflecting its economic activity.
What is profit?
What is profit?
The difference between a company's revenue and expenses. If revenue is higher, it's a profit.
What is revenue?
What is revenue?
The total amount of money a company earns by selling its products or services.
What is competition?
What is competition?
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What is a Target Market?
What is a Target Market?
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What is Market Segmentation?
What is Market Segmentation?
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What is the Marketing Mix?
What is the Marketing Mix?
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What is the Marketing Concept?
What is the Marketing Concept?
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Break-Even Point
Break-Even Point
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Fixed Costs
Fixed Costs
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Variable Costs
Variable Costs
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Price Per Unit
Price Per Unit
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Variable Cost Per Unit
Variable Cost Per Unit
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Break-Even Formula
Break-Even Formula
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Profit at Full Capacity
Profit at Full Capacity
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Profit at a Percentage of Capacity
Profit at a Percentage of Capacity
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Study Notes
Marketing Concepts
- Marketing encompasses promoting and selling products/services, including research and advertising.
- Key marketing functions include creating the product, setting its price, promoting it, and making it available to consumers (the 4 Ps: Product, Price, Place, Promotion).
- The marketing process involves planning, executing, and evaluating strategies to satisfy customer needs.
- The marketing concept focuses on satisfying customer needs and wants while generating profit.
- Companies use the marketing mix (the 4 Ps) to cater to customer needs and compete.
Target Market
- The target market consists of individuals with similar characteristics, needs, or interests who a business seeks to sell to.
Economic Basics
- Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is the total value of goods and services produced in a country.
- Profit is the amount a business earns after deducting expenses from revenue.
- Revenue is the overall income generated by a company from sales.
Other Important Concepts
- Competition involves other businesses offering similar products or services.
- Supply and demand influence pricing. High demand and low supply tend to increase prices.
- Demographics segment populations by age, gender, income, and education.
- Risk management entails identifying potential risks (like competitors or market fluctuations) and creating strategies to mitigate them.
- Sports marketing can be categorized as either marketing of sports or marketing through sports (promoting other products using sports).
Consumer Decision Making Process
- Consumers recognize their need, seek information, compare options, make a purchase, and reflect on their decision.
Market Segmentation
- Dividing customers into groups based on common characteristics (e.g., age, location, income) for targeted marketing.
SWOT Analysis
- A strategic tool used to assess a company's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats.
Break-Even Analysis
- Break-even point is when company revenue equals its total costs (neither making a profit nor incurring losses).
- Break-even point (Units) = Fixed Costs / (Price per unit - Variable cost per unit).
Other Concepts in Brief
- Branding creates a unique image for a company in the consumer's mind (e.g., Nike's swoosh).
- Sponsorship occurs when a company pays to associate with a team, event, or athlete.
- Market research involves data collection and analysis to guide marketing decisions.
- Celebrity endorsements occur when famous people promote a product; this can present potential risks if the celebrity faces controversy.
- Licensing enables one company to use another company's brand or product.
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This quiz explores essential marketing concepts and basic economic principles. It covers important aspects such as the 4 Ps of marketing, target markets, and fundamental economic terms like GDP and profit. Test your understanding of how marketing strategies are developed to meet customer needs and drive business success.
