Which of the Following Is Not a Real Trend That

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a real trend that has affected the consumer market?

• A) The increased availability of bargain-priced private and generic brands has put downward pressure on overall prices.
• B) Buyers evaluate the price of new products against the value of existing products.
• C) Many firms are trying to maintain or regain their market share by raising prices.
• D) The Internet has made comparison shopping easier.
• E) The United States was in a recession from late 2007 until 2009.

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