Scenario 6

question 127

Multiple Choice

Scenario 6.2 Use the following to answer the questions.
GE Transportation produces locomotive engines for sale in countries around the world. After looking at the total market for locomotive engines, the company found that various rail lines wanted different types of engines. Major rail lines in the U.S. and South America wanted engines to haul heavy freight. Rail lines in Sweden and Germany were interested in a cleaner, greener locomotive engine. Rail lines operated by several Eastern European countries wanted locomotive engines for running short distances between cities in their own country. GE Transportation is currently manufacturing its GE 4400 for heavy freight, its Hybrid Eco-Engine, and its Dash 9, suited for short line transport.
Refer to Scenario 6.2. GE Transportation is most likely using a(an) ______ targeting strategy, segmenting by ________ variables.

• A) Undifferentiated; benefit expectations
• B) Differentiated; benefit expectations
• C) Differentiated; volume usage
• D) Concentrated; volume usage
• E) Concentrated; geographic location

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Definitions:

Synthesize Bile

The process of producing bile, a digestive fluid created by the liver, critical for the digestion and absorption of fats in the small intestine.

Gastrin

A hormone produced by the stomach that stimulates the secretion of gastric acid, aiding in digestion.

Endocrine Cells

Cells that release hormones directly into the bloodstream, found within endocrine glands like the thyroid or pancreas.

Hydrochloric Acid

A strong acid secreted by the stomach lining that helps in digestion and acts as a barrier to pathogens.