Question 1

Stephan was happy with his newly purchased laptop.It had all the features he wanted,and was really fast with a great display for his gaming.In addition,the $1,200 price tag was reasonable.The same day he took it out of the box,he noticed a newspaper advertisement for a similar computer,on sale for only $1,000.Suddenly,He began to doubt his purchase decision,and worried that maybe he hadn't gotten such a good deal.Stephan was most likely experiencing

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A)  limited problem solving.
B)  cognitive dissonance.
C)  selective discord.
D)  product conflict.
E)  product uncertainty.F) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 2

According to Figure 5-5 above,"C" defines what level in the Maslow hierarchy of needs?

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A)  physiological
B)  safety
C)  social
D)  personal
E)  self-actualizationF) D) and E)
G) C) and E)

Question 3

In Figure 5-1 above,"D" represents which stage of the consumer purchase decision process?

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A)  purchase decision
B)  information search
C)  financial transaction
D)  alternative evaluation
E)  postpurchase behaviorF) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 4

In the Maslow hierarchy of needs,__________ needs involve self-preservation as well as physical and financial well-being.

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A)  physiological
B)  social
C)  personal
D)  safety
E)  self-actualizationF) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 5

Which of the following statements about Hispanic buying patterns is most accurate?

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A)  Hispanics are often brand loyal and willing to pay a premium price for premium quality.
B)  Hispanic buying preferences are strongly influenced by contemporary fads and fashions.
C)  Hispanics are dubious about using advertising as a credible information source.
D)  Convenience is an important product attribute to Hispanic homemakers with respect to food preparation or consumption.
E)  Uniquely Hispanic buying patterns have virtually disappeared within the past ten years due to increased assimilation.F) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 6

Which of the following statements about the VALS framework is FALSE?

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A)  Consumers are inspired by one of three primary motivations-ideals,achievement,and self-expression-that give meaning to their self or the world and govern their activities.
B)  Consumers are motivated to buy products and services and seek experiences that give shape,substance,and satisfaction to their lives.
C)  The VALS framework seeks to explain why and how consumers make purchase decisions.
D)  The VALS framework identifies eight consumer segments.
E)  A consumer's gender and age have a direct effect on placement within a VALS consumer segment.F) A) and C)
G) B) and D)

Question 7

According to Figure 5-5 above,carrying an American Express Centurian Card would be found in what level of the Maslow hierarchy of needs?

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A)  "A"
B)  "B"
C)  "C"
D)  "D"
E)  "E"F) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 8

According to Figure 5-5 above,shelter in the Maslow hierarchy of needs is an example of a __________ need.

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A)  self-actualization
B)  personal
C)  social
D)  safety
E)  physiologicalF) A) and B)
G) C) and E)

Question 9

Consumer behavior includes the actions a person takes in purchasing services and using products and services,including

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A)  the physical effort spent on these actions.
B)  the financial limitations one must overcome to accomplish these actions.
C)  the mental and social processes that come before and after these actions.
D)  the emotional processes that occur during these actions.
E)  the cognitive and attitudinal processes that must be learned to complete these actions.F) B) and E)
G) A) and B)

Question 10

LG is consumer electronics manufacturer that recently introduced a new 55" Internet-capable,3D OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) HDTV.As its marketing manager,you have had success using lifestyle analysis in the past,particularly the VALS system,to help you profile your customers.Which of the following VALS profiles would be the most likely target market for this product?

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A)  Survivors
B)  Believers
C)  Experiencers
D)  Achievers
E)  InnovatorsF) D) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 11

Consumers accompanied by children

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A)  purchase twice as much as they normally would if shopping with other adults.
B)  purchase about 40 percent more than when shopping alone.
C)  purchase 40 less than they normally would if shopping with their spouses.
D)  spend 40 percent less than when shopping alone.
E)  spend exactly the same amount as when shopping alone.F) None of the above
G) D) and E) B

Question 12

In Figure 5-3 above,column "A" represents which of the following in terms of consumer involvement and product knowledge?

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A)  consideration set
B)  routine problem solving
C)  limited problem solving
D)  extended problem solving
E)  integrated problem solvingF) None of the above
G) B) and C) D

Question 13

According to Figure 5-5 above,"E" defines what level in the Maslow hierarchy of needs?

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A)  physiological
B)  safety
C)  social
D)  personal
E)  self-actualizationF) C) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 14

The five stages a buyer passes through in making choices about which products and services to buy is called the __________.

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A)  information decision process
B)  purchase decision process
C)  alternative evaluation process
D)  postpurchase behavior process
E)  problem recognition processF) C) and D)
G) D) and E)

Question 15

Cognitive dissonance refers to

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A)  feelings of guilt for purchasing a product or service that was not consistent with a consumer's moral or ethical beliefs.
B)  feelings of discomfort associated with purchasing something purely for the sake of prestige.
C)  the feeling of postpurchase psychological tension or anxiety consumers may experience when faced with two or more highly attractive alternatives.
D)  feelings of discontent after a purchase has been made when the product fails to perform up to expectations.
E)  feelings of discontent before a purchase has been made when the customer finds out that he or she paid more for the product than necessary.F) None of the above
G) B) and D)

Question 16

In the Maslow hierarchy of needs,the most basic needs are physiological,followed by safety,social,and personal.What category of needs is at the highest level?

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A)  intellectual needs
B)  emotional needs
C)  self-actualization needs
D)  religious needs
E)  psychological needsF) A) and B)
G) A) and E) C

Question 17

In Figure 5-1 above,"C" represents which stage of the consumer purchase decision process?

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A)  purchase decision
B)  information search
C)  problem recognition
D)  alternative evaluation
E)  financial considerationF) C) and D)
G) D) and E)

Question 18

When Clorox uses the Good Housekeeping Seal for its Fresh Step cat litter,its strategy is to reduce a consumer's __________ and encourage purchases.

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A)  consumer angst
B)  cognitive dissonance
C)  perceived risk
D)  purchase anxiety
E)  consumer cynicismF) A) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 19

Situational influences refer to

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A)  the five aspects of the purchase situation that impact the consumer purchase decision process: purchase task,social surroundings,physical surroundings,temporal effects,and antecedent states.
B)  the temporary impediments to a consumer's purchase decision.
C)  psychological concepts that are useful for interpreting buying processes and directing marketing efforts.
D)  the feelings of postpurchase anxiety that can arise from a number of different factors including social surroundings,physical surroundings,psychological effects,and precedent states.
E)  both the objective and subjective attributes a consumer uses to compare different products and brands.F) D) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 20

During the consumer purchase decision process,an individual at the __________ stage will perceive differences between his or her ideal and actual situations big enough to trigger a decision.

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A)  problem recognition
B)  alternative evaluation
C)  cognitive dissonance
D)  information search
E)  postpurchase behaviorF) D) and E)
G) A) and E)

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According to Figure 5-5 above,"C" defines what level in the Maslow hierarchy of needs?

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In Figure 5-1 above,"D" represents which stage of the consumer purchase decision process?

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In the Maslow hierarchy of needs,__________ needs involve self-preservation as well as physical and financial well-being.

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Which of the following statements about Hispanic buying patterns is most accurate?

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Which of the following statements about the VALS framework is FALSE?

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According to Figure 5-5 above,carrying an American Express Centurian Card would be found in what level of the Maslow hierarchy of needs?

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According to Figure 5-5 above,shelter in the Maslow hierarchy of needs is an example of a __________ need.

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Consumer behavior includes the actions a person takes in purchasing services and using products and services,including

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Consumers accompanied by children

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In Figure 5-3 above,column "A" represents which of the following in terms of consumer involvement and product knowledge?

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According to Figure 5-5 above,"E" defines what level in the Maslow hierarchy of needs?

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The five stages a buyer passes through in making choices about which products and services to buy is called the __________.

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Cognitive dissonance refers to

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In the Maslow hierarchy of needs,the most basic needs are physiological,followed by safety,social,and personal.What category of needs is at the highest level?

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In Figure 5-1 above,"C" represents which stage of the consumer purchase decision process?

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When Clorox uses the Good Housekeeping Seal for its Fresh Step cat litter,its strategy is to reduce a consumer's __________ and encourage purchases.

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Situational influences refer to

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During the consumer purchase decision process,an individual at the __________ stage will perceive differences between his or her ideal and actual situations big enough to trigger a decision.

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According to Figure 5-5 above,"C" defines what level in the Maslow hierarchy of needs?

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In Figure 5-1 above,"D" represents which stage of the consumer purchase decision process?

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In the Maslow hierarchy of needs,__________ needs involve self-preservation as well as physical and financial well-being.

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Which of the following statements about Hispanic buying patterns is most accurate?

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Which of the following statements about the VALS framework is FALSE?

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According to Figure 5-5 above,carrying an American Express Centurian Card would be found in what level of the Maslow hierarchy of needs?

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According to Figure 5-5 above,shelter in the Maslow hierarchy of needs is an example of a __________ need.

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