Segmentation, Targeting and Positioning
Introduction | Concepts | Exercises | Resolution | Case | Discussion
Exercises

Part 3: Solution

In the exercises below, consider the product offerings and identify whether they would fit best with an undifferentiated, differentiated, niche, or customized marketing approach.

Let's see how well you answered the questions.

Pricing/added value decisions:

1. Offer a special unlimited time subscription to heavy game players.
    Your Answer:
    Correct Answer: c. Concentrated (Niche) targeting
    Appeals only to the heavy user target segment.
     
2. Offer a free mouse pad with any purchase.
    Your Answer:
    Correct Answer: a. Undifferentiated targeting
    Appeals to all groups.
     
3. Offer a discounted CD with book purchase; choose from 12 different CDs, depending on taste.
    Your Answer:
    Correct Answer: b. Differentiated targeting
    Appeals to all groups but in different ways.
     
4. Offer a customized greatest hits CD, pay one price and download any 12 to 20 tracks from 95 available.
    Your Answer:
    Correct Answer: d. Customized targeting
    Has customized appeal to all consumers.
     

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