A salesperson is trying to sell you a new cell phone. She tells you the price 69.99. When she sees your hesitation, she then says she'll throw in a free phone charger and phone case

Suddenly you're much more interested in making the purchase because it now seems like a better deal. What compliance technique is being applied to convince you to purchase the phone?
a. that's-not-all technique
b. foot-in-the-door technique
c. lowball technique
d. door-in-the-face technique


Answer: A

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