Marketing Essentials Quiz

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Explain the concept of marketing in your own words.

Marketing is the process of identifying customers and promoting goods and services to satisfy their needs and retain their loyalty. It involves creating, communicating, delivering, and exchanging products to meet customer demand.

What are the two primary types of marketing? Provide examples of each.

The two primary types of marketing are Business to Business (B2B) and Business to Consumer (B2C). An example of B2B marketing is a company selling software to another company, while an example of B2C marketing is a retailer promoting its products directly to individual customers.

What are some entities that may be involved in marketing activities?

Entities involved in marketing activities may include retailers, manufacturers, dedicated marketing firms (such as media, market research, or advertising agencies), trade associations, and government agencies.

What is the marketing mix and what does it outline?

<p>The marketing mix outlines the specifics of a product and how it will be sold. It includes product, price, place, and promotion - the four Ps of marketing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are market orientations and why are they important in market planning?

<p>Market orientations are philosophies concerning the factors that should go into market planning. They are important because they guide businesses in understanding and meeting customer needs and preferences, ultimately influencing their marketing strategies.</p> Signup and view all the answers