Which of the Following Is a Criterion Used in Forming

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a criterion used in forming market segments?

• A) similarity of segments to competitors' segments
• B) differences between potential suppliers or distributors
• C) differences of needs of buyers within a segment
• D) market size of the segment
• E) simplicity and cost-effectiveness of assigning potential buyers to segments

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Definitions:

Physiological Factors

Biological components that can affect the functioning of the body and influence health, such as genetics, hormone levels, and nutritional status.

Regressive Tax

At the individual level, a tax whose average tax rate decreases as the taxpayer’s income increases. At the national level, a tax for which the average tax rate (= tax revenue/GDP) falls as GDP rises.

Income Groups

Categories of individuals or households segmented by income levels, often used for statistical analysis and policy design.

Proportional Tax

At the individual level, a tax whose average tax rate remains constant as the taxpayer’s income increases or decreases. At the national level, a tax for which the average tax rate (= tax revenue/GDP) remains constant as GDP rises or falls.