Marketing Research Overview

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What is the primary purpose of marketing research?

To conduct market analysis without a specific problem

To predict sales trends without data

To create advertisements

To link consumers to marketers through information (correct)

Which of the following describes the difference between data and information?

Data lacks context, making it comprehensible, while information has context making it usable

Data is structured facts, while information is raw unorganized facts

Data is processed and usable, while information is raw and unstructured

Data is incomprehensible, whereas information is comprehensible due to processing (correct)

What is NOT a step in the marketing research process?

Communicating the findings and implications

Making assumptions based on data (correct)

Designing the method for collecting information

Analyzing the results

Which characteristic of science emphasizes that scientists learn through observations?

Empiricism Signup and view all the answers

How does marketing research contribute to decision-making?

By transforming raw data into contextually relevant information Signup and view all the answers

What is an empirical question?

A question that can be answered through observation Signup and view all the answers

Marketing is categorized as which type of science?

Social science Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following steps is NOT involved in the systematic process of marketing research?

Designing advertisements Signup and view all the answers

What limitation of marketing as a science relates to the difference between how the world is perceived versus how it actually is?

Systematic empiricism Signup and view all the answers

Which type of questions are marketing research unable to provide answers for?

Questions about subjective values Signup and view all the answers

Why might researchers from private firms be less likely to share their findings?

Fear of losing competitive advantage Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following questions is an example of an empirical question marketing cannot answer?

Is it unjust to prioritize local products over imports? Signup and view all the answers

What comparison illustrates the limitation of empirical questions in marketing?

Is the practice of influencer marketing ethical? Signup and view all the answers

What concept illustrates the competition between sharing knowledge and protecting business interests?

Public knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What challenge arises from biased researchers in marketing research?

They can lead to skewed results. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following exemplifies the boundary of empirical testing in marketing?

Is it good for society to regulate advertising? Signup and view all the answers

What defines a relational hypothesis?

A statement on the relationship between two variables. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a descriptive hypothesis?

The COG serves meals that are high on calories. Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of the scientific process?

It involves public sharing and collaboration. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of marketing as science, what does 'systematic empiricism' refer to?

Engaging in observations to understand consumer behavior. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these options represents a relational hypothesis?

Students with more caffeine consumption are more alert. Signup and view all the answers

How do scientists ensure the accuracy of their research findings?

Through public sharing that allows peer review. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of an empirical question?

To explore questions that can be tested through observation. Signup and view all the answers

Which variable is commonly examined in a descriptive hypothesis regarding GU students?

Average sleep duration. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Marketing Research Definition

Marketing research links consumers to marketers through information.
The systematic process of designing, collecting, analyzing, and reporting information relevant to a specific marketing problem.

Data vs. Information

Data is raw, unorganized facts.
Information is processed, structured facts.
Information has context.

Marketing Research Process

Specifies required information.
Designs method for collecting information.
Manages and implements data collection.
Analyzes the results.
Communicates findings and implications.

Science

Science is a social science that studies how values are exchanged in the market.
Marketing research uses scientific procedures to collect information about the market.

Features of Science

Systematic Empiricism: Scientists learn about the world based on observations.
- Empiricism: Scientists rely on their perception and measurements.
- No speculations or assumptions allowed.
Empirical questions: Scientists explore questions that are empirically testable.
- Scientists set up a hypothesis (an empirically testable statement).
- Descriptive Hypothesis: A statement on one variable on its traits. Example: "GU students are sleep deprived."
- Relational Hypothesis: A statement on the relationship of two variables. Example: "Younger GU students sleep less."
Public knowledge: Scientists publish research to share knowledge.
- Science is a social process, a large-scale collaboration on a topic of shared interest.
- Science is self-correcting: Public sharing allows detection/correction of errors.

Marketing is Science

Systematic empiricism: Marketers observe consumer behavior to understand it.
Empirical questions:
- Descriptive Hypothesis: Example: "GU students drink 2 cups of coffee daily."
- Relational Hypothesis: Example: "GU students who sleep less drink more coffee."

Limitations of Marketing as Science

Perceptions vs. Reality: The world people see (perception) might not be the same as the actual world (reality).
- A biased researcher can render biased results.
Values and Ethics: Marketing cannot answer questions about values and ethics.
- These questions are not empirically testable.
- Example: "Is eliminating the use of affirmative action in college admissions unjust?"
Public knowledge: Private firms are less likely to share research than professors due to competition and fear of losing business.

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Description

This quiz covers the fundamental concepts of marketing research, including definitions, the distinctions between data and information, and the systematic process of conducting research. It also highlights the scientific nature of marketing research and its empirical foundations. Test your understanding of these essential marketing principles!