The Proliferation of Extra Capabilities in a Product That Overwhelms

question 7

Multiple Choice

The proliferation of extra capabilities in a product that overwhelms many consumers with mind-boggling complexity is referred to as

• A)function exaggeration.
• B)product line extension.
• C)feature bloat.
• D)sensory overload.
• E)product differentiation.

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Definitions:

Independent Variable

The variable in an experiment or study that is manipulated or changed by the researcher to observe its effects on the dependent variable.

Predicted Variable

The outcome variable whose values are forecasted or estimated in regression analysis.

Outcome Variable

The variable that is being measured or observed in a study to determine the effects of the independent variable; also known as the dependent variable.

Independent Variable

A variable that is manipulated or categorized to observe its effect on the dependent variable in experimental research.