Why Are Marketing Managers Finding It More Difficult to Set

question 145

Multiple Choice

Why are marketing managers finding it more difficult to set prices in today's environment?

• A) Inflationary and recessionary periods have made customers less price-sensitive.
• B) Fewer dealer and generic brands are available because the competition has been eliminated.
• C) The high rate of new-product introductions has led to careful reevaluation by consumers.
• D) Marketing managers are finding it difficult to compare prices between suppliers.
• E) Buyers are less informed and are less price-sensitive.

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