Principles of Marketing
Finals Exam (Qns & Ans)
2025
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,1. Which of the following best describes the concept of
positioning in marketing?
A) Creating a product description
B) Identifying a target audience
C) Developing a unique value proposition in the minds of
consumers
D) Developing a marketing mix
Correct ANS: C
Rationale: Positioning is about establishing a distinctive
image and identity of a brand or product in the minds of
consumers relative to competitors.
2. What is the primary goal of market segmentation?
A) To lower production costs
B) To enhance brand awareness
C) To tailor marketing strategies to specific groups
D) To increase total market size
Correct ANS: C
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, Rationale: Market segmentation aims to divide a broad target
market into subsets of consumers with common needs or
characteristics to tailor marketing strategies effectively.
3. In the context of the marketing mix, what does “Place” refer
to?
A) The price set for products
B) The promotional campaigns run
C) The distribution channels used to deliver products
D) The physical location of a business
Correct ANS: C
Rationale: “Place” in the marketing mix pertains to how and
where products are made available to consumers, including
distribution channels.
4. Which of the following techniques is commonly used for
analyzing market competitiveness?
A) SWOT Analysis
B) PEST Analysis
C) Porter’s Five Forces
D) Value Chain Analysis
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