Multiple Choice
Identify the
choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
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Some consumers miss out on the convenience and enjoyment of technology products
because they…
a. | are so overwhelmed by choices and features that they’re afraid to buy
anything. | b. | buy all the latest gadgets with the idea that at least one of them will be
right. | c. | constantly make impulse purchases. | d. | research new products and purchase only what
they need. |
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When deciding whether to purchase a brand-new technology product, consumers
should consider all of the following EXCEPT…
a. | whether the product might still have bugs or other flaws. | b. | whether the product
they currently use is obsolete. | c. | whether they have a real need to purchase it
now. | d. | whether they should wait until the demand goes up. |
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Planned obsolescence is a strategy used by manufacturers to…
a. | convince consumers to keep using the older version of a product. | b. | encourage consumers
to switch to their brand. | c. | force consumers to keep replacing products by
intentionally designing the products to be short-lived. | d. | force consumers to
replace an old, worn-out product. |
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Which of the following statements is true?
a. | Generally, technological advances result in higher prices and fewer features over
time. | b. | Generally, technological advances result in higher prices and improved features over
time. | c. | Generally, technological advances result in lower prices and fewer features over
time. | d. | Generally, technological advances result in lower prices and improved features over
time. |
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Which of the following is NOT a wise shopping strategy if you are in the market
for a technology product?
a. | Avoid all the confusion by following the salesperson’s
suggestion. | b. | Do research ahead of time to become familiar with the technical jargon about the
product. | c. | Learn which features are really necessary and which are not for your
purposes. | d. | Set a budget and stick with it. |
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