In Which Stage in the Consumer Purchase Decision Process Would

question 147

Multiple Choice

In which stage in the consumer purchase decision process would a consumer ask, "How much can I afford to spend on a new 42-inch LED HDTV?"

• A)problem recognition
• B)alternative evaluation
• C)purchase decision
• D)evaluation
• E)information search

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