Scenario 6.2 Use the Following to Answer the Questions

question 171

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 shortline 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:

Organic Product

A compound resulting from an organic reaction, typically consisting of carbon-based molecules.

Self-Selected Sample

A sample in which the members volunteer themselves, which may lead to bias in the sample population.

Nonsampling Errors

Errors in data collection and analysis not related to the act of sampling, including measurement and processing errors.

Population Groups

Distinct segments of individuals within a large community, categorized by certain shared characteristics.