The Different Rates of Population Growth Are Important to Marketers

question 31

Multiple Choice

The different rates of population growth are important to marketers for all of the following reasons except

• A) sudden growth in one area may create a demand for many new shopping centers.
• B) retailers in growing areas face tougher competition for a smaller number of customers.
• C) marketers always look for fast-growing markets.
• D) in growing areas, demand may increase so rapidly that profits may be good even in poorly planned facilities.

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