Marketing Costs Are High in the Introductory Stage of the Product

question 48

Multiple Choice

Marketing costs are high in the introductory stage of the product life cycle because:

• A)product design changes become stylistic rather than functional.
• B)high dealer margins are often needed to obtain adequate distribution.
• C)manufacturers scramble to sign up dealers and distributors.
• D)emphasis is given to communication of the differences between brands in the market.

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Definitions:

Register Securities

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Initial Public Offering

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