The Carpet Salesperson Poured Soft Drink on a Carpet Sample

question 65

Multiple Choice

The carpet salesperson poured soft drink on a carpet sample to show how the specially treated carpet would resist stains. This demonstration was done so the consumer would better understand the product's features and is an example of the product's:

• A) relative advantage.
• B) compatibility.
• C) trialability.
• D) observability.

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