Why Must Marketers Constantly Monitor Their Competitors' Products, Prices, Distribution

question 66

Multiple Choice

Why must marketers constantly monitor their competitors' products, prices, distribution, and promotional efforts?

• A) because the competitors may be violating laws
• B) because the actions of competitors may threaten the firm's monopoly position
• C) because the actions of competitors may create an oligopoly within a particular industry
• D) because new competitor product offerings may require a marketing mix adjustment

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Definitions:

Popliteal Artery

The continuation of the femoral artery behind the knee, it supplies blood to the knee joint and surrounding muscles.

Anterior Tibial Artery

A major blood vessel in the lower leg that supplies blood to the anterior compartment of the leg and dorsum of the foot.

Posterior Tibial Artery

A major artery of the lower leg, supplying blood to the posterior compartment of the leg and plantar surface of the foot.

Thoracic Aorta

The portion of the aorta passing through the chest, from which arise the branches that supply oxygenated blood to the chest cage and organs within the thorax.