Scenario 4-2

question 102

Multiple Choice

Scenario 4-2. Petro is considering opening a new small business called Petro's Playground. It will be an inside playground with climbing equipment, jungle gym, pit of balls, slides, and swings. Petro's closest competition has been in business for four years and provides quality service along with the fun of the playground. The competition is located four miles away in a large city and Petro is hoping to acquire some of his competition's market share by providing lower prices and more diversity in playground equipment.
-In Scenario 4-2, which advantages may Petro have initially in obtaining new customers?

• A) lower prices and new and different equipment
• B) good service
• C) new building
• D) location

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Population Means

The average values of a trait or measurement within a given population.

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