Which of the Following Statements Concerning Cause Marketing Is Most

question 102

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning cause marketing is most accurate?

• A) A large majority of consumers say they will switch to a brand that supports a good cause, provided the price and quality of the brands are equal.
• B) The profits generated by cause marketing are usually based in "goodwill" rather than actual revenue.
• C) The positive effects of cause marketing are significant during the promotion, but they lose their benefit almost immediately after the promotion runs its course.
• D) Cause marketing rarely creates a point of difference for the firm that engages in this marketing practice.
• E) Women are much more suspicious about the sincerity of cause marketing programs than men; therefore, their contributions are significantly less.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavioral principle where the removal of an aversive stimulus strengthens a behavior.

Noxious Stimulus

An unpleasant or harmful stimulus that is likely to cause discomfort or damage.

Maladaptive Response

An ineffective or harmful response to environmental stressors, typically preventing healthy adjustment.

Problem Behaviors

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