Question 1

The data obtained from government records and industry publications can be classified as external data.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The jury of executive opinion and the Delphi technique are both forecasting methods that use the opinions of experts from outside the firm.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Researchers usually spend less time and money in gathering primary data compared to secondary data.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Both primary and secondary data can be either internal or external.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Match each item to the statement or sentence listed below.
a.marketing research
b.exploratory research
c.secondary data
d.primary data
e.sampling
f.hypothesis
g.nonprobability sample
h.interpretative research
i.focus group
j.marketing decision support system
k.sales forecast
l.jury of executive opinion
m.Delphi technique
n.sales force composite
o.trend analysis
p.exponential smoothing
q.marketing information system
r.data mining
s.mall intercept
t.simple random sample
u.cluster sample
v.convenience sample
w.controlled experiment
-An observational method in which customers are observed in their natural setting is called _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match each item to the statement or...

Question 6

What kind of probability sample is constructed so that every individual in the relevant universe has an equal opportunity of being selected?

Accepted Answer

A)  accidental 
B)  convenience 
C)  quota 
D)  simple random 
A)  accidental 
B)  convenience 
C)  quota 
D)  simple random

Question 7

Describe probability and nonprobability sampling, and discuss different variations of each.

Accepted Answer

A probability sample is one in which eac

Question 8

A small service agency is trying to assess clients' view of the quality of service over the past year. If the company has had 1,000 clients over the past 12 months, then all 1,000 clients constitute the population considered for the survey.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A short-run sales forecast usually covers a period of up to five years.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

What do sales forecasts play a major role in?

Accepted Answer

A)  quality control 
B)  marketing research 
C)  new product decisions 
D)  qualitative techniques 
A)  quality control 
B)  marketing research 
C)  new product decisions 
D)  qualitative techniques

Question 11

In a stratified sample, randomly selected subsamples of different groups within the population are represented in the total sample. Such samples are efficient and representative of the total population.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A convenience sample is sometimes used in exploratory research, but never in definitive studies.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

List the benefits and limitations of qualitative sales forecasting methods.

Accepted Answer

Techniques
Benefits
Limitations
Jury of

Question 14

Who does market research aid by presenting pertinent information in a useable format?

Accepted Answer

A)  managers with a means to judge sales performance 
B)  decision makers in analyzing data and suggesting possible actions 
C)  virtual marketplaces that will accurately depict what will happen in the actual marketplace 
D)  consumers to validate their purchases 
A)  managers with a means to judge sales performance 
B)  decision makers in analyzing data and suggesting possible actions 
C)  virtual marketplaces that will accurately depict what will happen in the actual marketplace 
D)  consumers to validate their purchases

Question 15

What is exploratory research?

Accepted Answer

Exploratory research is the process of d

Question 16

What term refers to a planned, computer-based system designed to provide decision makers with a continuous flow of information relevant to their areas of responsibility?

Accepted Answer

A)  business intelligence system 
B)  critical response management system 
C)  competitive intelligence system 
D)  marketing information system 
A)  business intelligence system 
B)  critical response management system 
C)  competitive intelligence system 
D)  marketing information system

Question 17

Match each item to the statement or sentence listed below.
a.marketing research
b.exploratory research
c.secondary data
d.primary data
e.sampling
f.hypothesis
g.nonprobability sample
h.interpretative research
i.focus group
j.marketing decision support system
k.sales forecast
l.jury of executive opinion
m.Delphi technique
n.sales force composite
o.trend analysis
p.exponential smoothing
q.marketing information system
r.data mining
s.mall intercept
t.simple random sample
u.cluster sample
v.convenience sample
w.controlled experiment
-is the process of selecting survey respondents or research participants.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match each item to the statement or...

Question 18

Which term refers to the marketing research technique used to introduce a new product into a chosen area and then observe its degree of success?

Accepted Answer

A)  laboratory experimentation 
B)  concept testing 
C)  test-marketing 
D)  observational marketing 
A)  laboratory experimentation 
B)  concept testing 
C)  test-marketing 
D)  observational marketing

Question 19

What does a marketing cost analysis evaluate?

Accepted Answer

A)  effectiveness of the sales force 
B)  current levels of corporate assets and liabilities 
C)  profitability of certain customers, territories, or product lines 
D)  whether summaries of invoices and orders received can be useful 
A)  effectiveness of the sales force 
B)  current levels of corporate assets and liabilities 
C)  profitability of certain customers, territories, or product lines 
D)  whether summaries of invoices and orders received can be useful

Question 20

What is a major benefit of test-markets as a quantitative forecasting method?

Accepted Answer

A)  They provide realistic information on actual purchases rather than intent to buy. 
B)  They are quick and provide salespeople with an opportunity to explain their markets. 
C)  They are effective in situations with stable customer demand and environmental conditions. 
D)  They are useful for long-term predictions. 
A)  They provide realistic information on actual purchases rather than intent to buy. 
B)  They are quick and provide salespeople with an opportunity to explain their markets. 
C)  They are effective in situations with stable customer demand and environmental conditions. 
D)  They are useful for long-term predictions.

The data obtained from government records and industry publications can be classified as external data.

The jury of executive opinion and the Delphi technique are both forecasting methods that use the opinions of experts from outside the firm.

Researchers usually spend less time and money in gathering primary data compared to secondary data.

Both primary and secondary data can be either internal or external.

What kind of probability sample is constructed so that every individual in the relevant universe has an equal opportunity of being selected?

Describe probability and nonprobability sampling, and discuss different variations of each.

A small service agency is trying to assess clients' view of the quality of service over the past year. If the company has had 1,000 clients over the past 12 months, then all 1,000 clients constitute the population considered for the survey.

A short-run sales forecast usually covers a period of up to five years.

What do sales forecasts play a major role in?

In a stratified sample, randomly selected subsamples of different groups within the population are represented in the total sample. Such samples are efficient and representative of the total population.

A convenience sample is sometimes used in exploratory research, but never in definitive studies.

List the benefits and limitations of qualitative sales forecasting methods.

Who does market research aid by presenting pertinent information in a useable format?

What is exploratory research?

What term refers to a planned, computer-based system designed to provide decision makers with a continuous flow of information relevant to their areas of responsibility?

Which term refers to the marketing research technique used to introduce a new product into a chosen area and then observe its degree of success?

What does a marketing cost analysis evaluate?

What is a major benefit of test-markets as a quantitative forecasting method?

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Exam 8: Marketing Research, Decision Support Systems, and Sales Forecasting

The data obtained from government records and industry publications can be classified as external data.

The jury of executive opinion and the Delphi technique are both forecasting methods that use the opinions of experts from outside the firm.

Researchers usually spend less time and money in gathering primary data compared to secondary data.

Both primary and secondary data can be either internal or external.

What kind of probability sample is constructed so that every individual in the relevant universe has an equal opportunity of being selected?

Describe probability and nonprobability sampling, and discuss different variations of each.

A small service agency is trying to assess clients' view of the quality of service over the past year. If the company has had 1,000 clients over the past 12 months, then all 1,000 clients constitute the population considered for the survey.

A short-run sales forecast usually covers a period of up to five years.

What do sales forecasts play a major role in?

In a stratified sample, randomly selected subsamples of different groups within the population are represented in the total sample. Such samples are efficient and representative of the total population.

A convenience sample is sometimes used in exploratory research, but never in definitive studies.

List the benefits and limitations of qualitative sales forecasting methods.

Who does market research aid by presenting pertinent information in a useable format?

What is exploratory research?

What term refers to a planned, computer-based system designed to provide decision makers with a continuous flow of information relevant to their areas of responsibility?

Which term refers to the marketing research technique used to introduce a new product into a chosen area and then observe its degree of success?

What does a marketing cost analysis evaluate?

What is a major benefit of test-markets as a quantitative forecasting method?

Marketing: the Art and Science of Satisfying Customers

Strategic Planning in Contemporary Marketing

The Marketing Environment, Ethics, and Social Responsibility

Digital Marketing and Social Media: Living in the Connected World

Consumer Behaviour

Business-To-Business B2b Marketing

Serving Global Markets

Marketing Segmentation, Targeting, and Positioning

Product and Service Strategies

Developing and Managing Brand and Product Strategies

Marketing Channels and Supply Chain Management

Retailers, Wholesalers, and Direct Marketers

Integrated Marketing Communications, Advertising, and Digital Communications

Personal Selling and Sales Promotion

Pricing Concepts and Strategies

Relationship Marketing and Customer Relationship Management CRM

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