The Single Group Within Society That Is Most Vulnerable to Reference

question 88

Multiple Choice

The single group within society that is most vulnerable to reference group influence is:

• A) the older consumer who feels somewhat left out of things.
• B) unmarried women, many of whom feel a need for stability in their lives.
• C) new immigrants who want to capture the American dream.
• D) children, who base most of their buying decisions on outside influences.

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