You are in the new product development process for a new consumer electronics product. So far, everything has been very positive, and you are starting to believe this product might be a blockbuster. As you prepare for the next stage of the process, you are concerned that your competition might try to "jam" your new product by increasing promotional activities for their own products. More importantly, you are concerned that these competitors might try to copy your product as you move into this next stage. Which of the following stages of the new-product development process are you about to enter?

A. Product development
B. Test marketing
C. Concept testing
D. Commercialization
E. Screening


Answer: B

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January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2019 even though Benz declared $225,000 of dividends during that two-year period.Required:Determine the December 31, 2019 consolidated retained earnings balance. What will be an ideal response?

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Summarize the most important benefits and risks associated with diversification into global markets.

What will be an ideal response?

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A marketing manager wants to efficiently reach large numbers of customers in a creative way and she is not concerned about the production costs of the medium. Based on the manager's consideration, ________ will be the most appropriate promotional form.

A. advertising B. sales promotion C. personal selling D. public relations E. direct marketing and interactive marketing

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