What Is a Significant Drawback to the Use of Publicity

question 297

Multiple Choice

What is a significant drawback to the use of publicity?

• A) The marketer has no direct control over the message.
• B) It confuses many customers.
• C) Consumers tend to be skeptical of most messages they receive through publicity.
• D) It tends to be very expensive.

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