Question 1

maintained markup refers to

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A)   the difference between the final selling price and the retailer's cost.
B)   the amount subtracted from the cost the retailer paid for a product to reach the initial selling price.
C)   the amount the manufacturer adds to achieve the desired suggested retail price.
D)   the net margin.
E)   the highest price listed on the product sales ticket.F) A) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 2

CarMax dealers have adopted a "no-hassle,no-haggle" sales policy that eliminates the need for negotiating.Instead,all customers are offered the same price.Test drives,financing,trade-ins,and leasing are all offered to encourage customers to purchase a car.Which utility does CarMax best provide?

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A)   product
B)   form
C)   convenience
D)   service
E)   possessionF) B) and C)
G) B) and E)

Question 3

Retailing's economic value is represented by the people employed in retailing as well as by

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A)   the price asked for any one item.
B)   the cost of goods sold.
C)   the net return on capital.
D)   annual sales of retailers.
E)   the elimination of global boundaries.F) C) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 4

Retailing's economic value is represented by the annual sales of retailers and __________.

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A)   the price asked for any one item
B)   the cost of goods sold
C)   the people employed in retailing
D)   the net return on capital
E)   the elimination of global boundariesF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 5

Selling agents refer to agents who

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A)   furnish the racks or shelves that display merchandise in retail stores, perform all channel functions, and sell on consignment to retailers.
B)   represent a single producer and are responsible for the entire marketing function of that producer.
C)   work for several producers and carry noncompetitive, complementary merchandise in an exclusive territory.
D)   take title to merchandise but sell only to buyers who call on them, pay cash for merchandise, and furnish their own transportation for the merchandise.
E)   sell primarily large bulky products.F) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

Question 6

level of service that requires that the customers perform many functions during the purchase process is __________.

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A)   full-service
B)   limited-service
C)   self-service
D)   customized-service
E)   automated-serviceF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 7

Consumers who do not want to receive telephone calls related to company sales efforts can

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A)   purchase telephones that block unwanted calls.
B)   place their telephone numbers on the National Do-Not-Call Registry.
C)   request phone numbers that begin with the area code 555 that automatically block telemarketing solicitors.
D)   request phone numbers that begin with the area code 888 that automatically block telemarketing solicitors.
E)   use an unlisted telephone number.F) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

Question 8

Intermediaries that represent a single producer and are responsible for the entire marketing function of that producer are referred to as __________.

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A)   brokers
B)   line brokers
C)   selling agents
D)   distribution brokers
E)   manufacturer's agentsF) A) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 9

retailers advocate a(n) __________ strategy,a pricing strategy that may not offer the lowest prices but does try to create value for customers through its service and the total buying experience.

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A)   customer loyalty
B)   emphasize-value
C)   everyday low pricing
D)   low-margin
E)   everyday fair pricingF) A) and D)
G) A) and B)

Question 10

Which form of retail outlet would most likely offer customer convenience,quality personal service,and lifestyle compatibility?

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A)   corporate chain
B)   independent retailer
C)   administered system
D)   contractual system
E)   sole incorporationF) None of the above
G) D) and E)

Question 11

Impressions of the corporation that operates the store,the category or type of store,the product categories in the store,the brands in each category,merchandise and service quality,and the marketing activities of the store all contribute to the store's

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A)   prices.
B)   image.
C)   emotional feelings.
D)   name.
E)   psychological attributes.F) A) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 12

What is the retailing mix?

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Question 13

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-Consider the Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th photo above.This retailer is an example of a(n) __________.

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A)   hypermarket
B)   off-price store
C)   outlet store
D)   category killer
E)   warehouse clubF) A) and B)
G) B) and E)

Question 14

Three __________ are provided by self-,limited-,and full-service retailers.

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A)   levels of distribution
B)   levels of involvement
C)   levels of service
D)   service commitments
E)   merchandise linesF) A) and B)
G) B) and C)

Question 15

According to the retail life cycle,in which stage would market share rise gradually,although profits may be low because of start-up costs?

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A)   decline
B)   maturity
C)   introduction
D)   accelerated development
E)   early growthF) A) and B)
G) B) and D)

Question 16

Which type of wholesaler offers a relatively narrow range of products but has an extensive assortment within the product lines carried?

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A)   general merchandise wholesaler
B)   limited-service wholesaler
C)   cash and carry wholesaler
D)   specialty merchandise wholesaler
E)   drop shipperF) B) and C)
G) C) and E)

Question 17

Another term for gross margin is __________.

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A)   original markup
B)   markdown
C)   return on sales
D)   discounted price
E)   maintained markupF) A) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 18

is off-price retailing? Identify and give an example of the three variations of off-price retailing.

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Question 19

Manufacturer's agents refer to agents who

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A)   represent a single producer and carry all products in the producer's lines.
B)   work for several producers and carry noncompetitive, complementary merchandise in an exclusive territory.
C)   take title to merchandise but sell only to buyers who call on them, pay cash for merchandise, and furnish their own transportation for merchandise.
D)   own the merchandise they sell but do not physically handle, stock, or deliver it.
E)   furnish the racks or shelves that display merchandise in retail stores, perform all channel functions, and sell on consignment to retailers.F) None of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 20

Smith is an avid fly fisherman who lives in Deer Key,FL.For his hobby,Jim needs large rubber rafts,hip waders,special fishing rods,reels,line,and an assortment of fishing tackle and lures.There are no sporting goods stores in Deer Key,so Jim orders his fishing supplies from a L.L.Bean catalog.His supplies are generally delivered to his home within 72 hours.Jim is using a __________ to satisfy his fishing supply needs.

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A)   home delivery retailer
B)   quick response retailer
C)   direct-mail marketer
D)   flexible response marketer
E)   regional marketerF) C) and D)
G) A) and B)

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Retailing's economic value is represented by the people employed in retailing as well as by

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Which form of retail outlet would most likely offer customer convenience,quality personal service,and lifestyle compatibility?

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Consumers who do not want to receive telephone calls related to company sales efforts can

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Another term for gross margin is __________.

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Impressions of the corporation that operates the store,the category or type of store,the product categories in the store,the brands in each category,merchandise and service quality,and the marketing activities of the store all contribute to the store's

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Three __________ are provided by self-,limited-,and full-service retailers.

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Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5^th Photo -Consider the Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5^th photo above.This retailer is an example of a(n) __________.

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level of service that requires that the customers perform many functions during the purchase process is __________.

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According to the retail life cycle,in which stage would market share rise gradually,although profits may be low because of start-up costs?

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Retailing's economic value is represented by the annual sales of retailers and __________.

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Intermediaries that represent a single producer and are responsible for the entire marketing function of that producer are referred to as __________.

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retailers advocate a(n) __________ strategy,a pricing strategy that may not offer the lowest prices but does try to create value for customers through its service and the total buying experience.

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Three __________ are provided by self-,limited-,and full-service retailers.

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level of service that requires that the customers perform many functions during the purchase process is __________.

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