Understanding Market vs. Marketing

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What is the primary function of marketing activities?

  • To support the trade of goods and services (correct)
  • To create new product innovations
  • To establish legal regulations for consumers
  • To determine the best locations for selling products

Which of the following is NOT one of the marketing mix categories?

  • Production (correct)
  • Product
  • Place
  • Promotion

What does market research primarily involve?

  • Analyzing competitors' pricing strategies
  • Designing effective sales promotions
  • Establishing an online marketing presence
  • Gathering information about potential customers (correct)

Which activity is part of creating perceived value in marketing?

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What do sales promotions typically aim to achieve?

<p>Encouraging consumers to buy during a specific period (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the demand for bread if the price of butter rises?

<p>The demand for bread decreases. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do consumers typically react to an expected future rise in prices?

<p>They increase their current purchases. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario does an increase in consumer income generally lead to an effect on demand?

<p>Demand for luxury goods increases. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact does a change in consumer taste have on demand?

<p>It causes a drastic shift in demand between different goods. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How might perceived quality influence consumer purchasing decisions?

<p>Consumers may purchase higher-priced items if perceived quality is greater. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of branding in marketing?

<p>Differentiating a company's product from others (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor can influence consumer behavior by affecting demand?

<p>The price of a commodity (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the marketing mix primarily aim to create?

<p>Perceived value for the customer (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary purpose of packaging in marketing?

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How does the availability of substitutes affect consumer purchasing decisions?

<p>It can lead consumers to select alternatives based on price. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes short-term methods to encourage buying?

<p>Sales promotion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of market research?

<p>Gathering information about potential customers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which category of the marketing mix addresses where a product is made available?

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Flashcards

Marketing vs. Market

A market is a place where buyers and sellers trade a specific product. Marketing are the activities that make trading happen.

Marketing Activities

Activities like market research, packaging, branding, pricing, advertising, sales promotion, and distribution that help businesses satisfy customer needs.

Marketing Mix (4Ps)

The four key strategies for marketing a product: Product, Promotion, Pricing, and Place.

Market Research

Gathering information about potential customers to understand their needs and preferences.

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Branding

Creating a unique identity for a product or company to differentiate it from competitors and build customer loyalty.

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Substitute Goods

Goods that can be used in place of each other. When the price of one good rises, the demand for its substitute increases.

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Complementary Goods

Goods that are used together. When the price of one good rises, the demand for its complement decreases.

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Income Effect on Demand

As consumers' income increases, they tend to demand more goods and services.

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Taste and Preferences

Changes in consumer taste for goods and services can significantly impact demand. For example, new trends can cause a product to become popular or unpopular.

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Expectations of Future Price Changes

If consumers expect a good's price to rise in the future, they might buy more of it now to avoid paying the higher price later.

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What is a 'market'?

A market is any place where buyers and sellers trade a specific product. Could be a farmers market, a shop, online, or international trade.

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What are 'marketing activities'?

Marketing activities are things businesses do to facilitate trade and satisfy customer needs. Includes research, packaging, branding, pricing, advertising, sales promotion, and distribution.

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What is the 'marketing mix'?

The marketing mix, also called the 4 Ps, categorizes all the strategies used to market products. The categories are product, promotion, pricing, and place.

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What is the purpose of the marketing mix?

The goal of the marketing mix is to create value for the customer, making their product seem desirable to the target market.

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How does 'price' affect consumer demand?

Higher prices decrease demand, and lower prices increase demand. Consumers buy more when something is cheaper and less when it's expensive.

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What are 'substitute products'?

Substitute products can be used in place of one another to satisfy the same need. Example: Fish and chicken can both be your dinner.

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What are 'complementary products'?

Complementary products are those commonly used together. Example: Coffee & Creamer.

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What is the relationship between substitute products and demand?

If one substitute product's price decreases, demand for the other substitute product will decrease. Example: If chicken prices drop, people might buy less fish.

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Study Notes

Market vs. Marketing

  • A market is a space where buyers and sellers exchange goods, e.g., a produce market, a shop, international trade, or online.
  • Marketing encompasses all activities that support trade, including identifying consumer needs (market research) and fulfilling those needs (packaging, distribution).
  • Marketing supports the selling of goods and services.

Institute of Marketing Definition

  • Marketing is a management process focused on identifying, predicting, and profitably satisfying consumer needs.

Marketing Activities

  • Market research: Gathering information about potential customers.
  • Packaging: Creating a suitable product package for use and advertising.
  • Branding: Differentiating a company's product from others and building loyal customers.
  • Pricing: Determining the optimal price to drive sales.
  • Advertising: Using various media to promote and encourage product purchase.
  • Sales promotion: Short-term strategies to encourage purchases within a specific time frame.
  • Distribution: Making products available to customers through channels like wholesale, retail, or online.

Marketing Mix (4Ps)

  • The marketing mix, or 4Ps, are product, promotion, pricing, and place.
  • The goal is to build perceived customer value within the target market.

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