Suppose Tommy Hilfiger Is Introducing a New Line of Men's

question 145

Multiple Choice

Suppose Tommy Hilfiger is introducing a new line of men's ties. The designer believes that the target market for these ties comprises men who are very status-conscious. In keeping with this assessment, department stores selling the ties should

• A) charge a price based on their cost.
• B) charge prices consistent with their existing ties.
• C) discount the ties.
• D) negotiate the price with individual tie shoppers.
• E) use price symbolically.

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