Exploratory Research Should NOT Be Used for Which of the Following

question 3

Multiple Choice

Exploratory research should NOT be used for which of the following situations that Adidas may face ________.

• A) to understand purchase and consumption behavior of heavy users of athletic shoes
• B) to understand the positive impact of celebrity endorsements on its image
• C) to investigate the reasons why Adidas has a lower market share as compared to Nike in the United States
• D) to develop a profile of the target market in order to make advertising placement decisions
• E) to develop hypotheses - Are heavy users of athletic shoes more brand conscious than light users?

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