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What is the primary goal of market targeting?

  • To focus on specific consumer needs (correct)
  • To reduce the price of products
  • To increase the market size
  • To analyze competitor weaknesses

    • Which of the following is NOT a factor companies consider when selecting target markets?

  • Competing firms' strategies
  • Resources of the company
  • Expected profitability
  • Consumer preferences for color (correct)

    • During market segmentation, what do companies analyze to tailor their products?

  • Global economic trends
  • Demographic, geographic, and psychographic factors (correct)
  • Production costs and manufacturing capabilities
  • Advertising strategies and channels

    • Which of the following is a demographic variable used in market segmentation?

    <p>Age</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a psychographic variable in market segmentation?

    <p>Social status and beliefs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When companies segment markets geographically, which factor is commonly considered?

    <p>Population size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect do firms focus on through marketing campaigns for their selected segments?

    <p>Promoting product uniqueness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement regarding lifestyle patterns in market segmentation is accurate?

    <p>They consider influences from social status and culture.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of exploratory research?

    <p>To reach a better understanding</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which stage follows 'Searching for Information' in the consumer purchase decision process?

    <p>Evaluating Available Products / services</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is not categorized as a psychological factor influencing consumer behavior?

    <p>Social status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of buying behavior involves minimal involvement and is typically associated with routine purchases?

    <p>Habitual Buying Behaviour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cultural factor significantly impacts consumer behavior?

    <p>Beliefs, traditions, and values</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might cause a consumer to engage in dissonance-reducing behavior?

    <p>Questioning the quality of a habitual purchase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is most likely to influence a consumer's perception of a product?

    <p>Learning from past experiences</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines complex buying behavior in consumer purchases?

    <p>High involvement for significant purchases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of creating brand personalities?

    <p>To help consumers associate the brand with specific traits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of consumer is defined as someone who buys a brand regularly?

    <p>Hard core loyals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process involves assessing the resources required to serve a market segment?

    <p>Market targeting</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What challenge does undifferentiated marketing pose to companies?

    <p>It can fail to address specific consumer needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of consumer may occasionally purchase from different brands?

    <p>Soft core loyals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of undifferentiated marketing?

    <p>Selling widely varied products with general features</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates hard core loyals from switchers?

    <p>Hard core loyals regularly purchase from one brand</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which strategy is best suited for companies that wish to maximize reach without focusing on specifics?

    <p>Undifferentiated marketing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of copyright and patent laws?

    <p>To protect individuals' ideas and inventions from unauthorized use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do ecological factors relate to business operations?

    <p>They require sustainable sourcing and environmental protection.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can governments do to promote environmentally-friendly practices?

    <p>Provide incentives for compliance with environmental laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of differentiated marketing?

    <p>Tailoring products to the needs of specific segments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How might political forces impact businesses?

    <p>They can disrupt the stability and operations of businesses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In concentrated marketing, how many specific segments does a company focus on?

    <p>Only one specific segment called a niche</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do legal forces play in business activities?

    <p>They enforce limitations and restrictions derived from laws.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of features-based positioning?

    <p>Promoting sticky notes for their special adhesive feature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes user-based positioning from other strategies?

    <p>It targets the specific demographics of the users</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential risk of rapid expansion for an organization?

    <p>Strain on operational resources and environmental sustainability</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can businesses use adherence to environmental laws as a competitive advantage?

    <p>By promoting eco-capitalism as a selling point</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is market positioning important for companies after identifying their target markets?

    <p>To create a favorable impression on consumers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one negative impact of taxes on goods and services?

    <p>They may discourage certain behaviors among consumers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do companies typically differentiate their products in differentiated marketing?

    <p>By ensuring substantial customization for specific needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of marketing strategy might luxury car companies exemplify?

    <p>Concentrated marketing focused solely on upper-income consumers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes use-based positioning?

    <p>Emphasizing how a product can be applied in everyday situations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Market Focus and Targeting

    • Marketers prioritize specific consumer groups to ensure products meet their distinct needs.
    • Target markets are selected based on factors such as company resources, competitor strategies, and expected profitability.

    Market Positioning

    • Companies develop promotional strategies to effectively position their brands within selected segments.
    • Marketing campaigns highlight the unique aspects of products to attract consumers.

    Market Segmentation

    • Market segmentation involves breaking down larger markets into smaller, characteristic-based consumer groups.
    • Segmentation analyzes various factors to cater products efficiently to consumer needs.

    Variables in Market Segmentation

    • Demographic Variables: Analyzing age, life cycle stage, gender, income, religion, race, and nationality.
    • Geographic Variables: Segmenting by physical area characteristics like climate and population size.
    • Psychographic Variables: Considering lifestyle patterns, hobbies, beliefs, and consumer personalities.
    • Copyright and patent laws protect innovations from unauthorized use.
    • Governments enforce quality control, operational permits, and workplace regulations.
    • Ecological factors emphasize sustainable sourcing and environmental protection in business operations.
    • Eco-capitalism emerges as a consumer trend favoring brands that comply with environmental laws.
    • Political influences, including group dynamics, impact market stability and operations.
    • Legal restrictions arise from legislation affecting business conduct and practices.

    Research Types in Marketing

    • Exploratory Research: Gaining deeper understanding.
    • Descriptive Research: Outlining characteristics.
    • Causal Research: Investigating cause and effect relationships.

    Consumer Markets Overview

    • Consumer markets consist of individuals buying goods for personal use.
    • Purchase decisions are influenced by style, color, variation, and fragrance preferences.

    Consumer Purchase Decision Process

    • Recognizing a Need: Identifying products to fulfill needs or wants.
    • Searching for Information: Gathering data from ads and personal networks.
    • Evaluating Options: Assessing available products based on personal judgment.
    • Final Purchase Decision: Decisions influenced by internal evaluations and external factors.
    • After-Purchase Evaluation: Consumer satisfaction influences future buying behavior.

    Factors Influencing Consumer Behavior

    • Cultural Factors: Influences from societal beliefs, values, and traditions.
    • Social Factors: Impact of reference groups, social roles, and social status.
    • Personal Factors: Age, lifestyle, occupation, religion, and personality traits affect choices.
    • Psychological Factors: Motivation, perception, learning, and established beliefs guide behavior.

    Types of Consumer Buying Behavior

    • Variety-Seeking: Low involvement with experimentation on new or affordable products.
    • Habitual Buying: Routine purchases with minimal thought (e.g., everyday items).
    • Dissonance-Reducing: Post-purchase concern about decision validity.
    • Complex Buying Behavior: High involvement in significant purchases (e.g., luxury goods).

    Brand Loyalty and Consumer Segmentation

    • Brand loyalty classified into three categories: hardcore loyals, soft core loyals, and switchers, influencing marketing strategies.
    • Special occasions and unique benefits further inform market segmentation.

    Market Targeting Strategies

    • Undifferentiated Marketing: Broad market strategies ignoring specific segments, suitable for diverse consumer bases (e.g., SM Malls).
    • Differentiated Marketing: Tailoring products for specific market segments based on unique features (e.g., Cream Silk for hair types).
    • Concentrated Marketing: Focusing exclusively on specific niche markets, like luxury car buyers.

    Market Positioning

    • After identifying target markets, companies create favorable impressions through product positioning.
    • Features-Based Positioning: Promoting products based on distinctive features (e.g., 3M Sticky note pads).
    • Use-Based Positioning: Highlighting product applications in various contexts (e.g., Magic Sarap seasoning).
    • User-Based Positioning: Tailoring marketing strategies toward specific user groups, enhancing relevance.

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    This quiz covers essential concepts in marketing strategies, including market targeting and positioning. Understand how companies identify and respond to the specific needs of consumer groups to maximize profitability. Dive into the factors influencing target market selection and positioning error management.

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