Which of the Following Is Being Used by a Salesperson

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is being used by a salesperson making the statement, "One of my customers in another region who operates a similar manufacturing process to yours purchased this equipment last year and it significantly improved his output quality and reduced the amount of waste material produced"?

• A) an analogy
• B) an anecdote
• C) a comparison
• D) a metaphor

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Definitions:

Leasing (NAL)

An agreement where an asset is rented for a specific period of time, but not applicable here as NAL is an unrecognized abbreviation in this context.

Depreciation Tax Shield

An approach to reduce taxable income through the allowance for depreciation, thus saving on taxes.

Lessee's Cost

Lessee's cost involves the expenses borne by a lessee, including lease payments, maintenance, and other costs related to the leased asset.

Tax-oriented Lease

A lease structured in a way that allows the lessor to claim tax benefits, such as depreciation deductions and tax credits, which are then typically passed on to the lessee in the form of lower lease payments.