Which Statement Best Characterizes Selling as a Career Choice with Respect

question 97

Multiple Choice

Which statement best characterizes selling as a career choice with respect to occupational prestige?

• A) Selling has always been portrayed as low prestige, and this is unlikely to change in the future.
• B) The general public's view of selling has deteriorated over time due to unflattering media exposure.
• C) Salespeople have always been respected for the contributions they make to society as a whole.
• D) Despite negative portrayals in the media in the past, salespeople are increasingly being seen as knowledgeable, well-trained, educated, and capable of solving customer problems.

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