A Product Line Can Also Be Lengthened by Adding More

question 38

Multiple Choice

A product line can also be lengthened by adding more items within the present range.There are several motives for line filling: ________,trying to satisfy dealers who complain about lost sales because of missing items in the line,trying to utilize excess capacity,and others.

• A) responding to senior management wishes
• B) responding to consumer wishes
• C) reaching for incremental profits
• D) reaching for incremental capacity
• E) responding to sales-force demands

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Definitions:

Internal Constraints

Internal constraints are limitations that come from within an organization or system, such as resources, policies, or existing technologies that restrict operations or growth.

External Constraints

Factors outside an individual or organization that limit or shape the options available for decision-making or actions.

Top Management Group

signifies the senior-most executives or administrators in an organization, responsible for strategic decision-making and overall management.

Clear Hierarchy

An organizational structure where roles, responsibilities, and levels of authority are well-defined and understood by all members.