[Exam 3] Pearson Questions: Ch. 10, 11, 12, 14 [MKT 381]
*Which of the following is the term used to identify an employee who is sent from his or her home country to work abroad.* (Ch.14) *A)* An expatriate *B)* Contracted labor *C)* A contract manufacturer *D)* A host-country national *E)* A third-country national
*A)* An expatriate
*Which of the following best explains why the direct sales channel is the most effective channel in most Asian countries?* (Ch.12) *A)* Direct sales are based on relationships. *B)* Direct sales are more cost-effective. *C)* Fixed costs are reduced with direct sales. *D)* Direct sales provide greater channel control. *E)* Direct sales have a greater margin.
*A)* Direct sales are based on relationships.
*In India, My Dollar Store targets affluent, middle-class shoppers who are attracted by the lure of low prices on brands associated with the United States. This model of selling a select assortment of products at a single low price is what type of retaining?* (Ch.12) *A)* Discount retailers *B)* Hard discounters *C)* Specialty retailers *D)* Convenience stores *E)* Outlet stores
*A)* Discount retailers
*In which of the following innovation categories do products share certain features with earlier products while incorporating new, added-value features?* (Ch.10) *A)* Dynamically continuous innovation *B)* Discontinuous innovation *C)* Product transformation *D)* Disruptive innovation *E)* Continuous innovation
*A)* Dynamically continuous innovation
*Which of the following describes the integration of activities necessary to ensure the efficient flow of raw materials, in-process inventory, and finished goods from producer to customers?* (Ch.12) *A)* Logistics management *B)* Supply chain *C)* Physical distribution *D)* Transportation *E)* Value chain
*A)* Logistics management
*Which of the following is a unique kind of brand exposure by arranging for branded products to appear in television programs or movies?* (Ch.14) *A)* Product placement *B)* Support media *C)* Interactive television *D)* Celebrity endorsement *E)* Sponsorship
*A)* Product placement
*News media has recently captured a photograph of the Pope wearing Serengeti sunglasses. This is an example of which of the following?* (Ch.14) *A)* Publicity by brand association *B)* Celebrity endorsement *C)* Product placement *D)* Sales promotion *E)* Direct marketing
*A)* Publicity by brand association
*________ is a sales promotion technique that provides potential customers with the opportunity to try a product or service at no cost.* (Ch.14) *A)* Sampling *B)* Couponing *C)* Bundling *D)* Buy-one-get-one *E)* Demonstration
*A)* Sampling
*Which of the following types of retailers are more narrowly focused and have a narrow merchandise mix aimed at a specific market segment?* (Ch.12) *A)* Specialty retailers *B)* Supermarkets *C)* Department stores *D)* Hard discounters *E)* Discount retailers
*A)* Specialty retailers
*What was specifically designed for Coca-Cola to differentiate Coke from other soft drinks?* (Ch.10) *A)* Unique bottle shape and texture *B)* Freshness guarantee *C)* The label *D)* Product flavor *E)* Premium pricing
*A)* Unique bottle shape and texture
*In developing countries, a large stainless-steel refrigerator with a water dispenser in the door might be purchased ________. * (Ch.10) *A)* for a secondary purpose *B)* as a part of self-actualization *C)* to fulfill safety needs *D)* to fulfill social needs *E)* for the primary function
*A)* for a secondary purpose
*It is recommended that a(n) ________ be used when a company enters a new global market for the first time.* (Ch.12) *A)* local distributor *B)* import facilitator *C)* manufacturer's representative *D)* middleman *E)* export agent
*A)* local distributor
*The main disadvantage of ________ is that it ignores demand and competitive conditions in the target markets.* (Ch.11) *A)* rigid cost-plus pricing *B)* cost-based pricing *C)* companion pricing *D)* market skimming pricing *E)* market penetration pricing
*A)* rigid cost-plus pricing
*Which of the following approaches requires customer identification, customer differentiation, customer interaction, and customized products?* (Ch.14) *A)* One-to-one marketing *B)* Catalogs *C)* Direct mail *D)* Infomercials *E)* Interactive TV (ITV)
*A)* One-to-one marketing
*________ is a strategic alternative that requires almost no product or brand adaptation for global distribution.* (Ch.10) *A)* Product-communication extension (dual extension) *B)* Innovation *C)* Product adaptation-communication extension *D)* Product-communication adaptation (dual adaptation) *E)* Product extension-communication adaptation
*A)* Product-communication extension (dual extension)
*In emerging markets, many consumers shop for items several times a day at tiny, independent "mom-and-pop" stores, kiosks, and market stalls. These operations are known as ________.* (Ch.12) *A)* high-frequency stores *B)* big box stores *C)* subsidiaries *D)* convenience stores *E)* independent stores
*A)* high-frequency stores
*The success of an organic growth strategy depends upon which of the following?* (Ch.12) *A)* Contractual agreements *B)* Availability of company resources *C)* Effective middlemen *D)* A successful promotional strategy *E)* Reliable partners
*B)* Availability of company resources
*Which of the following steps in the strategic/consultative selling model requires a general understanding of buyer behavior, collection of consumer information, and building a list of potential customers?* (Ch.14) *A)* Personal selling philosophy *B)* Customer strategy *C)* Product strategy *D)* Presentation strategy *E)* Relationship strategy
*B)* Customer strategy
*________ is defined as the sale of an imported product at a price lower than that normally charged in a domestic market or country of origin.* (Ch.11) *A)* Gray marketing *B)* Dumping *C)* Price fixing *D)* Price discrimination *E)* Parallel importing
*B)* Dumping
*The internal motivation driving demand for status-oriented products is based on which of the following levels of Maslow's needs hierarchy?* (Ch.10) *A)* Self-actualization *B)* Esteem *C)* Physiological *D)* Social *E)* Safety
*B)* Esteem
*________ is/are a form of paid television programming in which a particular product is demonstrated, explained, and offered to viewers who call a toll-free phone number shown on the screen.* (Ch.14) *A)* Interactive television (ITV) *B)* Infomercials *C)* Catalogs *D)* Teleshopping *E)* Telemarketing
*B)* Infomercials
*Which of the following approaches is best suited to a global market where there is need but not the needed purchasing power to buy either the existing or adapted product?* (Ch.10) *A)* Product adaptation-communication extension *B)* Innovation *C)* Product-communication extension (dual extension) *D)* Product extension-communication adaptation *E)* Product-communication adaptation (dual adaptation)
*B)* Innovation
*Why do companies that make every effort to comply with applicable laws and regulations often find themselves in tax court over transfer pricing?* (Ch.11) *A)* It is perceived as a potential for dumping. *B)* It is believed to be used to avoid taxes. *C)* It is seen as an unfair trade practice. *D)* It is perceived as a form of price-fixing. *E)* It is not transparent.
*B)* It is believed to be used to avoid taxes.
*Which of the following components of a product are designed to engage the senses, make an emotional connection, and enhance the consumer's brand experience?* (Ch.10) *A)* Labeling *B)* Packaging *C)* Express warranty *D)* Product warranties *E)* Aesthetics
*B)* Packaging
*McDonald's and Coca-Cola have focused on which of the following needs to create global brand franchises?* (Ch.10) *A)* Social and safety *B)* Physiological and social *C)* Esteem and self-actualization *D)* Physiological and safety *E)* Safety and esteem
*B)* Physiological and social
*Which of the following was established to keep pace with a volatile financial environment?* (Ch.11) *A)* Unit pricing *B)* Shelf pricing *C)* Estimated future cost method *D)* A rigid cost-plus pricing policy *E)* Increased prices
*B)* Shelf pricing
*Which of the following has had the greatest impact on global price transparency?* (Ch.11) *A)* The World Trade Organization (WTO) *B)* The Internet *C)* The United Nations *D)* The European Union *E)* NAFTA
*B)* The Internet
*Gray markets flourish when ________.* (Ch.11) *A)* supply exceeds demand *B)* a product is in short supply *C)* there is a low margin on goods *D)* a penetration pricing strategy is used *E)* ethnocentric pricing policies are used
*B)* a product is in short supply
*In the United States, ninety percent of all coupons are distributed in a printed ride-along vehicle known as ________.* (Ch.14) *A)* an advertorial *B)* a free-standing insert (FSI) *C)* in-pack coupons *D)* a coupon book *E)* on-pack coupons
*B)* a free-standing insert (FSI)
*In cost-based pricing, the use of ________ defines the per-unit product cost as the sum or all past or current direct and indirect manufacturing and overhead costs.* (Ch.11) *A)* rigid cost-plus pricing *B)* full absorption cost method *C)* export price escalation *D)* estimated future costs *E)* flexible cost-plus pricing
*B)* full absorption cost method
*A brand that is first introduced into a select number of markets within a geographic region and then expands into a global presence is a(n) ________.* (Ch.10) *A)* co-brand *B)* international brand *C)* global brand *D)* tiered brand *E)* local brand
*B)* international brand
*Some consumers flaunt their wealth or status by buying expensive products that others will notice. The marketing term for this is ________.* (Ch.10) *A)* admiration-based *B)* luxury badging *C)* premiumisation *D)* status seeking *E)* status symbols
*B)* luxury badging
*The sales force, distributors or agents, and wholesalers are three basic elements of ________.* (Ch.12) *A)* franchising *B)* marketing channel alternatives *C)* peer-to-peer marketing *D)* retailing *E)* direct sales
*B)* marketing channel alternatives
*An alternative option for filling sales personnel needs is the individual ________ who works under contract. * (Ch.14) *A)* manager-operator *B)* sales agent *C)* joint venture partner *D)* exclusive licensee *E)* contract manufacturer
*B)* sales agent
*________ is defined as perceptions about and attitudes towards particular countries, which extend to products and brands known to originate in those countries.* (Ch.10) *A)* Global consumer cultural positioning *B)* Country-of-origin effect *C)* Country stigma *D)* Foreign consumer cultural positioning *E)* Global brand leadership
*B)* Country-of-origin effect
*Which of the categories of Incoterms refers to a transaction where the buyer takes delivery at the seller's location?* (Ch.11) *A)* Delivered duty paid (DDP) *B)* Ex-works (EXW) *C)* Free on board (FOB) *D)* Free carrier (FCA) *E)* Free alongside ship (FAS)
*B)* Ex-works (EXW)
*What is the "law of one price" in global marketing?* (Ch.11) *A)* It relies on dynamic pricing. *B)* There is one price in the home market and another in all other foreign markets. *C)* All customers in the market get the best product available for the best price. *D)* Internet prices vary for each market. *E)* Each product is priced the same in every market.
*C)* All customers in the market get the best product available for the best price.
*A company with an ethnocentric orientation is likely to prefer which of the following types of sales personnel?* (Ch.14) *A)* A hybrid sales force *B)* Third-country national *C)* An expatriate *D)* A host-country national *E)* A former customer in the home country
*C)* An expatriate
*As a part of direct marketing, which of the following is considered traditional support media?* (Ch.14) *A)* Coupons *B)* Newspaper advertising *C)* Billboards and transit advertising *D)* Interactive television (ITV) *E)* Internet "pop-ups"
*C)* Billboards and transit advertising
*Which of the following terms refers to an alternative financing method where products are exchanged between nations rather than currency.* (Ch.11) *A)* Global trade *B)* Price fixing *C)* Countertrade *D)* Fair market *E)* Transfer pricing
*C)* Countertrade
*________ is the second step in creating a strategic/consultative model and stresses the importance of developing long-term partnerships with the customers.* (Ch.14) *A)* Developing a presentation strategy *B)* Developing a personal selling philosophy *C)* Developing a relationship strategy *D)* Developing a customer strategy *E)* Developing a product strategy
*C)* Developing a relationship strategy
*Which of the following is an approach used to avoid anti-dumping laws?* (Ch.11) *A)* Lower overall prices. *B)* Increase prices. *C)* Differentiate the product so it does not represent "like home quality." *D)* Increase supply. *E)* Avoid doing business with countries having dumping laws.
*C)* Differentiate the product so it does not represent "like home quality."
*Based on the global retailing market entry strategy framework, which of the following is most appropriate for entering a market where the barriers to entry are low yet the market is culturally distant?* (Ch.12) *A)* Joint venture *B)* Licensing *C)* Franchising *D)* Acquisition *E)* Organic growth
*C)* Franchising
*Which of the global pricing alternatives neither sets a single price worldwide nor allows the local management in each global market to make independent pricing decisions?* (Ch.11) *A)* Adaption pricing *B)* Polycentric pricing *C)* Geocentric pricing *D)* Ethnocentric pricing *E)* Extension pricing
*C)* Geocentric pricing
*________ enable(s) viewers to order products from home shopping channels, choose different camera angles during sports broadcasts, vote during audience participation shows, or order samples of advertised products.* (Ch.14) *A)* E-commerce *B)* Infomercials *C)* Interactive television (ITV) *D)* Support media *E)* Home shopping networks
*C)* Interactive television (ITV)
*Which of the following transportation mode choices involves a combination of land and water shipping from producer to customer?* (Ch.12) *A)* Containerization *B)* Inland water transportation *C)* Intermodal *D)* Pipeline *E)* Rail-sea transportation
*C)* Intermodal
*Why is packaging such an important component of product in Japan?* (Ch.10) *A)* In Japan, quality of product is most important. *B)* Colors are very important in the Japanese culture. *C)* In Japan, "a book is judged by its cover." *D)* There is a concern about the environmental damage from packaging. *E)* The positioning of the product is important.
*C)* In Japan, "a book is judged by its cover."
*Why does the sales demonstration step of the strategic/consultative personal selling model represent an important advantage as a promotional tool?* (Ch.14) *A)* It provides an opportunity to overcome objections. *B)* It reflects persistence. *C)* It involves the prospect's senses. *D)* It requires active listening. *E)* It provides a concise message about the product.
*C)* It involves the prospect's senses.
*________ are the means by which products are made available to customers when and where they want them.* (Ch.12) *A)* Acquisition and retrieval *B)* Supply chain and value chain *C)* Physical distribution and logistics *D)* Trucks and rail *E)* Transportation and communication
*C)* Physical distribution and logistics
*Why do consumers in India prefer European products like Coach and Louis Vuitton over "Made in India" products?* (Ch.10) *A)* Indian products are too bright and colorful. *B)* Indian products are of low quality. *C)* Products made in Europe carry a great appeal as symbols of success. *D)* The Indian consumers want to take advantage of new accessibility. *E)* Indian products are more expensive than imported products.
*C)* Products made in Europe carry a great appeal as symbols of success.
*Which of the following types of retail formats is intended to create an appealing leisure destination?* (Ch.12) *A)* Superstores *B)* Department stores *C)* Shopping malls *D)* Hypermarkets *E)* Outlet stores
*C)* Shopping malls
*The naming rights of India's Maharashtra Cricket Stadium in Mumbai was recently sold to Indian conglomerate Sahara India Pariwar. This is an example of which of the following?* (Ch.14) *A)* Telemarketing *B)* Publicity *C)* Sponsorships *D)* Public relations *E)* Product placement
*C)* Sponsorships
*Which of the following major transportation modes has low capability, low cost, and high reliability?* (Ch.12) *A)* Intermodel *B)* Water *C)* The Internet *D)* Trucks *E)* Air
*C)* The Internet
*What is the underlying purpose of price fixing?* (Ch.11) *A)* To offer lower prices to the consumers *B)* To create consumer demand *C)* To ensure higher prices *D)* To drive competitors out of business *E)* To increase market share
*C)* To ensure higher prices
*In ________, tangible value might take the form of price reduction, coupon, or mail-in refunds.* (Ch.14) *A)* couponing *B)* a personal selling model *C)* a price promotion *D)* a non-price promotion *E)* sampling
*C)* a price promotion
*In some cases, a manufacturer might find it necessary to incur the costs of direct involvement to obtain market share because ________.* (Ch.12) *A)* direct involvement is a better long-term approach *B)* there aren't many intermediaries available *C)* middlemen may seek to maximize their own profit *D)* direct involvement requires less management *E)* direct involvement is less expensive
*C)* middlemen may seek to maximize their own profit
*Which of the following best describes a global brand?* (Ch.10) *A)* A brand created by a global company and distributed in more than one country *B)* A brand that is offered in several markets in a specific region *C)* A brand that has found success in a single national market *D)* A brand that uses the same name and has a similar positioning throughout the world *E)* A brand created by a global company to meet the needs of a local market
*D)* A brand that uses the same name and has a similar positioning throughout the world
*Which of the following is the main advantage of direct marketing?* (Ch.14) *A)* Cost to implement *B)* Ease of implementation *C)* Mass appeal *D)* Addressing consumer differences *E)* Control
*D)* Addressing consumer differences
*Latin American countries are known to have traded bananas, sugar, and wheat for Venezuelan oil. This would be considered which type of countertrade?* (Ch.11) *A)* Countertrade *B)* Compensation trading *C)* Parallel trading *D)* Barter *E)* Offset
*D)* Barter
*________ is a composite measure of the amount of effort a customer expends, the level of risk associated with the purchase, and buyer involvement in the purchase.* (Ch.10) *A)* Buyer behavior *B)* Specialty purchases *C)* Convenience *D)* Buyer orientation *E)* Preference
*D)* Buyer orientation
*________ involves an analysis of each shipping mode to determine which mode, or combination of modes, will be most effective and efficient in each unique situation.* (Ch.12) *A)* Logistics management *B)* Order processing *C)* Inventory management *D)* Channel strategy *E)* Distribution
*D)* Channel strategy
*Which of the following is the fifth step of the presentation plan and is the most difficult for new sales personnel?* (Ch.14) *A)* Sales demonstrations *B)* Approach *C)* Negotiation *D)* Close *E)* Presentation
*D)* Close
*A coupon included with an Oral-B® toothbrush offering a free tube of Crest® toothpaste would be an example of which of the following?* (Ch.14) *A)* On-pack coupons *B)* Point-of-sale coupons *C)* Internet coupons *D)* Cross coupons *E)* In-pack coupons
*D)* Cross coupons
*Which of the following is the first step in the strategic/consultative selling modellong dash—the commitment to the marketing concept and to a role of helping customers?* (Ch.14) *A)* Develop a relationship strategy. *B)* Develop a customer strategy. *C)* Develop a presentation strategy. *D)* Develop a personal selling philosophy. *E)* Develop a product strategy.
*D)* Develop a personal selling philosophy.
*Which of the following is a type of innovation that could be described as a "game changer"?* (Ch.10) *A)* Platform innovation *B)* Dynamically continuous innovation *C)* Line extension innovation *D)* Discontinuous innovation *E)* Continuous innovation
*D)* Discontinuous innovation
*Which of Maslow's five levels in the needs hierarchy cuts across the various stages of a country's economic development?* (Ch.10) *A)* Safety *B)* Physiological *C)* Self-actualization *D)* Esteem *E)* Social
*D)* Esteem
*Which of the pricing alternatives calls for a per-unit price of a product to be the same no matter where in the world it is being sold?* (Ch.11) *A)* Polycentric pricing *B)* Geocentric pricing *C)* Corporate pricing *D)* Extension pricing *E)* Adaptation pricing
*D)* Extension pricing
*Which of the following types of retailers have a huge, hybrid retailing format?* (Ch.12) *A)* Supermarkets *B)* Discount retailers *C)* Category killers *D)* Hypermarkets *E)* Supercenters
*D)* Hypermarkets
*Which of the following refers to a type of brand that has achieved success in a single national market?* (Ch.10) *A)* Generic brand *B)* Global brand *C)* Transformed brand *D)* Local brand *E)* International brand
*D)* Local brand
*Companies that position their products in the premium segment frequently use which of the following pricing strategies?* (Ch.11) *A)* Market penetration pricing *B)* Captive pricing *C)* Import pricing *D)* Market skimming *E)* Cost-based pricing
*D)* Market skimming
*Which of the following is the major reason a domestic manufacturer will switch to offshore sourcing?* (Ch.11) *A)* Offshore sourcing typically reduces distribution costs. *B)* Offshore sourcing typically improves brand image. *C)* Offshore sourcing provides job opportunities in other countries. *D)* Offshore sourcing keep costs and prices competitive. *E)* Offshore sourcing typically produces a better quality product.
*D)* Offshore sourcing keep costs and prices competitive.
*Which of the following is the strategic alternative where the product is adapted to local preferences while the home-market promotional strategy or brand name is used.* (Ch.10) *A)* Product-communication adaptation (dual adaptation) *B)* Product extension-communication adaptation *C)* Innovation *D)* Product adaptation-communication extension *E)* Product-communication extension (dual extension)
*D)* Product adaptation-communication extension
*Which of the following naming strategies is best for a company pursuing a global brand identity?* (Ch.10) *A)* Distinctive names for each local market *B)* Co-branding *C)* Different names for each regional market *D)* Same name throughout the world *E)* One name in the home country and another in other countries
*D)* Same name throughout the world
*Which of the following is designed to increase product availability in distribution channels?* (Ch.14) *A)* Personal selling techniques *B)* Word-of-mouth promotion *C)* Consumer sales promotions *D)* Trade sales promotions *E)* Sponsorships
*D)* Trade sales promotions
*Most companies today attempt to establish a hybrid sales force through ________.* (Ch.14) *A)* third-country nationals *B)* host-country nationals *C)* expatriates *D)* a balanced approach *E)* a personnel management company
*D)* a balanced approach
*A market holding strategy is often used in response to unfavorable ________.* (Ch.11) *A)* increased tariffs *B)* inflation *C)* government subsidies *D)* currency swings *E)* competitive prices
*D)* currency swings
*In ________, competitors within an industry that make and market the same product conspire to keep prices high.* (Ch.11) *A)* parallel importing *B)* gray marketing *C)* free riding *D)* horizontal price fixing *E)* dumping
*D)* horizontal price fixing
*Gray market goods are exported from one country and enter another country through ________.* (Ch.11) *A)* government subsidies *B)* price transparency *C)* a quota system *D)* parallel importing *E)* preferential trade agreements
*D)* parallel importing
*In distribution terms, Coca-Cola's capability to globally put a Coke "within an arm's reach" is a result of a strategy to create ________.* (Ch.12) *A)* brand awareness *B)* form utility *C)* time utility *D)* place utility *E)* information utility
*D)* place utility
*A modified hierarchy has been proposed for Asia where the top three levels of affiliation, admiration, and status each emphasize ________.* (Ch.10) *A)* self-actualization *B)* physiological needs *C)* personal esteem *D)* social needs *E)* psychological needs
*D)* social needs
*Which of the following choices provides the best specific market and cultural knowledge as a member of the sales force?* (Ch.14) *A)* Expatriate *B)* Third-country national *C)* Contract manufacturer *D)* Host-country national *E)* Expatriate sales agent
*D)* Host-country national
*Which of the following refers to a marketing model whereby individual consumers market products to other individual consumers?* (Ch.12) *A)* Cause marketing *B)* Direct marketing *C)* Indirect marketing *D)* Peer-to-peer (p-to-p) marketing *E)* Franchise marketing
*D)* Peer-to-peer (p-to-p) marketing
*Which of the following is the strategic alternative where both the product and at least one of the promotional elements are adapted for a particular country market?* (Ch.10) *A)* Innovation *B)* Product adaptation-communication extension *C)* Product-communication extension (dual extension) *D)* Product-communication adaptation (dual adaptation) *E)* Product extension-communication adaptation
*D)* Product-communication adaptation (dual adaptation)
*Transfer pricing refers to ________.* (Ch.11) *A)* inter-company sales *B)* intra-company sales *C)* transfer of goods from one retailer to another *D)* intra-corporate exchanges *E)* business-to-business sales
*D)* intra-corporate exchanges
*________ is defined as perceptions about a brand as reflected by brand associations that consumers hold in their memories.* (Ch.10) *A)* Brand awareness *B)* Brand value *C)* Branding *D)* Brand equity *E)* Brand image
*E)* Brand image
*Which type of pricing strategy is typically used by Gillette for its razors?* (Ch.11) *A)* Market skimming *B)* Cost-based pricing *C)* Export pricing *D)* Market penetration *E)* Captive pricing
*E)* Captive pricing
*________ is/are a well-known and effective direct marketing tool that features photographs, illustrations, and extensive information about a company's products.* (Ch.14) *A)* Infomercials *B)* Coupon books *C)* Interactive TV (ITV) *D)* Direct mail pieces *E)* Catalogs
*E)* Catalogs
*In which of the categories of Incoterms does the seller agree to deliver goods to the buyer in the country of import, with all costs, including duties, paid by the seller?* (Ch.11) *A)* Free carrier (FCA) *B)* Free on board (FOB) *C)* Free alongside ship (FAS) *D)* Ex-works (EXW) *E)* Delivered duty paid (DDP)
*E)* Delivered duty paid (DDP)
*If a company chooses to establish its own sales force or operate its own retail stores, it is utilizing which of the following types of distribution?* (Ch.12) *A)* Full involvement *B)* Limited involvement *C)* Joint venture *D)* Indirect involvement *E)* Direct involvement
*E)* Direct involvement
*What is the main advantage that the newcomers to quadrant D of the retail classifying matrix, like Carrefour and Walmart bring, to the global market?* (Ch.12) *A)* Accessibility *B)* Low prices *C)* Brand awareness *D)* Convenience *E)* Distribution competence
*E)* Distribution competence
*Why is product placement in television programming more effective than traditional television advertising?* (Ch.14) *A)* Product placement has subliminal messaging. *B)* Product placement is usually more direct in its message. *C)* Television advertising is not effective at all. *D)* Product knowledge is increased with product placement. *E)* Fewer viewers are being exposed to television advertising.
*E)* Fewer viewers are being exposed to television advertising.
*Which one of the retailing market entry strategies would be best to limit risk when targeting an unfamiliar, difficult-to-enter market?* (Ch.12) *A)* Acquisition *B)* Greenfield *C)* Organic growth *D)* Franchising *E)* Joint venture
*E)* Joint venture
*Which of the following types of retail formats was created to give manufacturers of well-known brands a retail distribution point for excess inventory, out-of-date merchandise, or factory seconds?* (Ch.12) *A)* Superstores *B)* Hypermarkets *C)* Specialty retailers *D)* Shopping malls *E)* Outlet stores
*E)* Outlet stores
*IKEA's company policy is to have the lowest price on comparable products in every market; however, it allows managers in each country to set their own prices. IKEA is taking which of the following approaches?* (Ch.11) *A)* Extension pricing *B)* Geocentric pricing *C)* Ethnocentric pricing *D)* Cost-based pricing *E)* Polycentric pricing
*E)* Polycentric pricing
*In which quadrant of the matrix for classifying global retailers would you find Toys 'R' Us?* (Ch.12) *A)* A combination of quadrant A and quadrant C. *B)* Quadrant A: niche focus *C)* Quadrant D: mega-retailers offering products available in other smaller competitors *D)* Quadrant B: private label focuslong dash—expanded product categories *E)* Quadrant C: well-known brands in rather narrow merchandise mix
*E)* Quadrant C: well-known brands in rather narrow merchandise mix
*Why has Slovenia recently launched an integrated brand image campaign?* (Ch.10) *A)* Slovenia's reputation for luxury brands has been tainted. *B)* Products made in Slovenia are of very poor quality. *C)* The country-of-origin effect from Slovenia is very negative. *D)* Slovenia has no industry. *E)* Slovenia wants to enhance its image.
*E)* Slovenia wants to enhance its image.
*Which of the following is a "core" recommendation that comes from the guidelines for working with intermediaries in global markets?* (Ch.12) *A)* The goal of all intermediaries is to maximize profits for the manufacturer. *B)* Get everything in writing. *C)* Direct involvement saves money. *D)* Channel decisions aren't very important. *E)* The manufacturer needs to take the lead.
*E)* The manufacturer needs to take the lead.
*An agent or middleman who chooses to distribute only a few select products from the vendor's product line is said to be ________.* (Ch.12) *A)* self-serving *B)* an independent intermediary *C)* proactive *D)* discriminating *E)* cherry picking
*E)* cherry picking
*One way for a country to curb runaway inflation is to ________.* (Ch.11) *A)* discourage exporting *B)* encourage dumping *C)* increase manufacturing capacity *D)* subsidize domestic products *E)* impose price controls
*E)* impose price controls
*Research, design, and testing are each a part of ________.* (Ch.10) *A)* global product planning strategic alternatives *B)* the not-invented-here (NIH) syndrome *C)* country-of-origin effect *D)* extension strategy *E)* the new-product continuum
*E)* the new-product continuum