Marketing Ethics and Strategies Quiz

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What ethical issue related to consumer privacy do social media marketers often face?

  • Product quality
  • Sales quotas
  • Pricing fairness
  • Data transparency (correct)

What impact does a product's packaging have on potential buyers?

  • Minimal effect
  • Slightly enhances perception
  • Negligible effect on purchase decisions
  • Significant influencing factor (correct)

What term describes a manufacturer's brand limited to one or two retail outlets?

  • Private label brand
  • Prestige brand
  • Captive brand (correct)
  • Generic brand

How are sales representatives often compensated?

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Which organization is considered part of the legal environment regarding consumer rights?

<p>Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When a product is known to consumers, how does this influence their likelihood to purchase it?

<p>Increases probability of purchase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of interactive marketing?

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What distinguishes team selling from traditional selling approaches?

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What process can oil companies begin by promoting car maintenance tips and carpooling when gasoline prices are high?

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Which option best defines an organization's mission?

<p>Essential purpose that differentiates one company from others (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a SWOT analysis, what does WestJet Airlines' low level of operating expenses represent?

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What is the highest level of corporate social responsibility?

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What part of a social media marketing plan evaluates the competitors’ social media effectiveness?

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What term describes a trade restriction limiting the number of product units that can cross a border?

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What do we refer to when discussing the revenues minus the investments to attract customers?

<p>Lifetime value of the customer (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should a Canadian firm proceed when considering marketing in a new country with different cultural and legal environments?

<p>Adapt the marketing strategy to fit the new environment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Fred Wilson in the context of electronic gadgets?

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During economic downturns, how do consumers typically adjust their buying behaviors?

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Which task is NOT typically a responsibility of a category manager?

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What distinguishes a trademark from a brand?

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What term best describes the various internet-based transactions, including online shopping?

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What should a salesperson effectively manage when a customer expresses disagreement during a presentation?

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What does qualifying a sales prospect entail?

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What are the moral standards of behavior that society expects known as?

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What strategy seeks to increase sales of existing products in existing markets?

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Which statement best describes B2C digital marketing?

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What must be in place and stable for a marketer to operate efficiently in a foreign country?

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Overall, what is happening to the population of Canada?

<p>It’s becoming older and more diverse. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

From the retailer's point of view, what does a store's exterior appearance best accomplish?

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What can lead to a damaging downward spiral in business profits?

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What is a brand name that has been given legal protection called?

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What refers to the numerical bar code system used to record product and price information?

<p>Universal product code (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of marketing did Sally encounter when new customers acted based on friends' opinions?

<p>buzz marketing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can sales managers best create an ethical work environment?

<p>by ensuring all employees understand expectations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does strategic planning primarily provide for decision makers?

<p>long-term direction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT typically considered a category killer?

<p>Walmart department stores (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do consumers rely on social media communities for buying decisions?

<p>to conduct research and share information (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process of developing a new product to capitalize on a unique foreign opportunity called?

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What does 'product positioning' refer to in marketing?

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Flashcards

Consumer Privacy in Social Media

Protecting consumer privacy is a critical concern for social media marketers.

Packaging's Impact on Purchases

A product's packaging significantly influences potential buyers' purchasing decisions.

Captive Brand

A brand that was widely available but now is restricted to specific outlets is called a captive brand.

Sales Quota and Compensation

Sales representatives' compensation is often tied to sales quotas.

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Impact of Consumer Groups

Public and private consumer groups, like Mothers Against Drunk Driving, are essential parts of the legal environment.

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Specialty Advertising

A bookmark advertising an upcoming novel is an example of specialty advertising.

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Product Familiarity and Purchase

Once a product gains familiarity, its probability of purchase increases.

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Interactive Marketing

Interactive marketing involves communication where customers control the information they receive from marketers.

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What is a process oil companies use to promote gas savings?

A process where companies suggest ways to save gasoline during high oil prices by providing car maintenance, carpooling, and idling tips.

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What defines an organization's mission?

A concise statement outlining a company's main purpose and distinguishing it from competitors.

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What is classified as a strength in a SWOT analysis?

In a SWOT analysis, this represents a company's strong internal feature, such as having the lowest operating expenses in the industry.

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What is the highest level of Corporate Social Responsibility?

This is the highest level of corporate social responsibility, which focuses on contributing to the community and society, such as through charitable donations.

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What part of a social media marketing plan examines competitors' social media presence?

A component of a social media marketing plan that analyzes and evaluates competitors' activities in social media, including platforms, tools, and effectiveness.

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What trade restriction limits the quantity of products entering a country?

This is a trade restriction that limits the quantity of certain products allowed to enter a country for resale, acting as a barrier to imports.

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What represents the total value a customer brings to a company?

This refers to the total revenue and intangible benefits a company accrues from a customer, subtracting the investment needed to attract and retain them.

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What encompasses customer value creation and relationship management?

This is the organizational function and set of processes that create, communicate, and deliver value to customers, managing relationships in a mutually beneficial way.

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Using the same marketing strategy

Using the same marketing strategy in a new foreign market that the firm uses in existing foreign markets.

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Creating a new marketing strategy

Creating a new marketing strategy specifically designed for a particular market.

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What is an influencer?

A person whose opinions and recommendations are highly valued and influence others' purchasing decisions, especially in areas of expertise like technology.

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How do consumers shift buying patterns during recessions?

Consumers tend to focus on purchasing essential goods with lower prices during economic downturns, prioritizing necessities over non-essential items.

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What is NOT a responsibility of a category manager?

A category manager is responsible for overseeing a specific product category, setting performance goals, identifying growth opportunities, and defining the overall marketing approach for that category.

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Difference: Trademark vs. Brand

A trademark is a legally protected symbol or name that identifies a specific product or company, while a brand encompasses a broader concept, including the product's image, reputation, and customer perceptions.

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What is e-business?

E-business refers to all online transactions and interactions, encompassing various aspects like online shopping, email communication, and other digital business activities.

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What should a salesperson handle when a customer expresses doubt?

When a salesperson encounters a customer expressing doubt or disagreement with the sales presentation, it's crucial to address their concerns professionally and informatively.

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Buzz Marketing

A marketing strategy that focuses on creating a buzz or positive word-of-mouth about a product or service.

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Marketing Myopia

A marketing approach centered on understanding and fulfilling customer needs and wants to build long-term relationships.

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Social Media Marketing

A type of marketing where the target audience is reached through existing social networks and communities.

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Product Origination

A product development strategy that focuses on creating completely new products to meet specific needs in foreign markets.

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Product Positioning

The process of creating a clear and distinct image or perception of a product in the minds of consumers.

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Ethical Work Environment

The process of ensuring all employees understand the company's ethical standards and values.

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Transaction-based Marketing

A type of marketing that emphasizes transactions and immediate sales, without much focus on building relationships.

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Strategic Planning

A strategic planning activity that involves setting long-term goals and strategies to achieve organizational success.

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Market Penetration Strategy

This refers to the marketing strategy that aims to boost sales of current products within existing markets.

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What is B2C Digital Marketing?

B2C digital marketing focuses on reaching individual consumers online to promote and sell goods or services.

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What is essential for trade in a foreign country?

A stable infrastructure is essential in a foreign country to facilitate trade. This includes reliable transportation, communication networks, and energy supply.

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How is Canada's population changing ?

Canada's population is aging, becoming more diverse, and experiencing a rise in affluence.

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What is the importance of a store's exterior?

A store's exterior appearance, including architecture, signage, and displays, is crucial in attracting target customers and building a brand image.

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What is Deflation?

Deflation, a widespread decrease in prices, can lead to a downward spiral in business profits, reduced investment, and job losses.

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What is a Trademark?

A trademark is a legal protection granted to brand names, logos, and other identifying features.

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What is a UPC?

The Universal Product Code (UPC) is a barcode system used to identify products and their prices.

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Study Notes

Mock Final - Answer Key

  • Question 1: Protection of consumer privacy is a major ethical issue faced by social media marketers. (Answer: True)
  • Question 2: A product's package has a negligible effect on purchase decisions of potential buyers. (Answer: False)
  • Question 3: A manufacturer's brand once widely distributed, now limited to one or two retail outlets exclusively, is called a captive brand. (Answer: True)
  • Question 4: The compensation system for sales representatives is often tied to sales quotas. (Answer: True)
  • Question 5: Public and private consumer groups like Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) are not considered to be part of the legal environment. (Answer: False)
  • Question 6: A bookmark from a publisher with the name of an upcoming novel by a best-selling author is an example of specialty advertising. (Answer: True)
  • Question 7: Once consumers use a product or see it advertised, it becomes known to them. (Answer: True)
  • Question 8: Interactive marketing refers to buyer-seller communication where the customer has control. (Answer: True)
  • Question 9: Price fixing, bid rigging, and price discrimination are criminal offenses. (Answer: True)
  • Question 10: Under the relationship marketing concept, employees do not have to apply the same standards of customer satisfaction to internal relationships. (Answer: False)
  • Question 11: Tactical plans typically address shorter-term actions that focus on current and near-future activities. (Answer: True)
  • Question 12: One important difference between for-profit and nonprofit organizations is that for-profits often market to multiple publics, rather than the single public where nonprofits may focus. (Answer: True)
  • Question 13: Information technology is a major factor in allowing services being traded internationally. (Answer: True)
  • Question 14: Team selling is usually a temporary arrangement intended to serve the customer through the initial sale. (Answer: True)
  • Question 15: Sales promotions are long-term activities independent of advertising, publicity, and personal selling to be effective. (Answer: False)
  • Question 16: (Answer: C)
  • Question 17: (Answer: D)
  • Question 18: (Answer: A - operating expenses)
  • Question 19: (Answer: D - philanthropic)
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  • Question 22: (Answer: C)
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  • Question 44: (Answer: C)
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  • Question 48: (Answer: D)
  • Question 49: (Answer: C)
  • Question 50: (Answer: A)
  • Question 51: (Answer: C)

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