Researchers Who Argue That the Field of Consumer Behaviour Should

question 37

Multiple Choice

Researchers who argue that the field of consumer behaviour should not be a 'handmaiden to business' believe that consumer behaviour research should ________.

• A)have a market-oriented focus
• B)aim to apply knowledge to increasing profits
• C)focus on understanding consumption for its own sake
• D)be judged in terms of its ability to improve marketing practices

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Definitions:

Annual Depreciation Tax Shield

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Tax Rate

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Straight-Line Depreciation

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