Although Internal Data Sources Have a Number of Advantages, One

question 35

Multiple Choice

Although internal data sources have a number of advantages, one of their biggest problems is:

• A) there are rarely enough internal data.
• B) internal data are often not relevant to the marketing issue at hand.
• C) internal data are expensive to collect.
• D) internal data are often in a form that is not readily accessible.
• E) internal data are typically biased.

Understand different global marketing product and promotion strategies.

Comprehend the challenges and complexities of global distribution.

Recognize and explain the impact of product adaptation in global markets.

Identify strategies for competitive global marketing approaches.

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