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8 EGB - Innovation & Design - Summative Exam Flashcards

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A trademark protects the unique name, logo, or symbol of a brand from being copied by others.
A) True
B) False

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A) True ✅ (A trademark legally protects a brand’s identity, preventing unauthorized use.)

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A target market is the group of people most likely to buy a company’s product or service.
A) True
B) False

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A) True ✅ (A target market includes potential customers who share similar characteristics, needs, and preferences.)

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A company can have more than one target market for the same product.
A) True
B) False

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A) True ✅ (Companies often market the same product to multiple segments, adjusting their strategy for each group.)

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A trademark protects:
A) A company’s inventions
B) A company’s name, logo, or slogan
C) The formula for a new drug
D) The way a product is manufactured

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✅ Answer: B) A company’s name, logo, or slogan

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Copyright applies to which of the following?

A) A new machine design.
B) A written book or song.
C) A company’s brand logo.
D) A product that is widely used.

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✅ Answer: B) A written book or song.

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Relative advantage refers to how much better an innovation is compared to previous alternatives.
A) True
B) False

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A) True ✅ (A product with a strong relative advantage is more likely to be adopted quickly.)

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A lone inventor is a person who:

A) Works independently to develop an invention.
B) Always creates successful products.
C) Works in large research teams.
D) Sells inventions immediately after making them.

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✅ Answer: A) Works independently to develop an invention.

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What is the difference between an inventor and an innovator?

A) An inventor only creates new ideas, while an innovator applies them in the market.
B) They both mean the same thing.
C) An innovator is a scientist, and an inventor is a businessman.
D) An inventor is only concerned with marketing.

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✅ Answer: A) An inventor only creates new ideas, while an innovator applies them in the market.

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What is the role of an entrepreneur in innovation?

A) To generate new ideas and bring them to market.
B) To work only in large corporations.
C) To focus on financial reports.
D) To prevent competition from growing.

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✅ Answer: A) To generate new ideas and bring them to market.

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Once a product reaches the decline stage, there is no way to make it popular again.
A) True
B) False

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B) False ✅ (Some products can be repositioned, rebranded, or improved to extend their market presence.)

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Which of the following best defines innovation?

A) A completely new idea or product.
B) The process of improving or modifying existing ideas.
C) A legal protection for new products.
D) The ability to copy competitors’ ideas.

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✅ Answer: B) The process of improving or modifying existing ideas.

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What does diffusion of innovation refer to?

A) How an innovation spreads through a population.
B) The process of manufacturing a product.
C) The suppression of new technology.
D) A technique for patenting a new invention.

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✅ Answer: A) How an innovation spreads through a population.

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What is the main purpose of suppressing innovation?

A) To prevent competitors from developing similar products.
B) To protect consumers from new technology.
C) To delay the adoption of an innovation for strategic reasons.
D) To avoid intellectual property issues.

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✅ Answer: C) To delay the adoption of an innovation for strategic reasons.

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Which of the following is an example of sustaining innovation?

A) A brand-new technology that disrupts the market.
B) Small improvements to an existing smartphone model.
C) A radical shift in manufacturing techniques.
D) The complete redesign of a car’s engine.

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✅ Answer: B) Small improvements to an existing smartphone model.

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Disruptive innovation is best described as:

A) A minor update to an existing product.
B) An improvement that only benefits large businesses.
C) A technology that creates a new market and disrupts existing ones.
D) A product that has been discontinued.

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✅ Answer: C) A technology that creates a new market and disrupts existing ones.

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Process innovation focuses on:

A) Improving the methods used to manufacture or deliver a product.
B) Creating entirely new product categories.
C) Changing a product’s external appearance.
D) Increasing the cost of a product.

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✅ Answer: A) Improving the methods used to manufacture or deliver a product.

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Which type of innovation involves changes in how components of a product are arranged?

A) Modular innovation
B) Architectural innovation
C) Disruptive innovation
D) Process innovation

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✅ Answer: B) Architectural innovation

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Modular innovation occurs when:

A) A product’s internal components are improved while its structure remains the same.
B) A completely new product is created.
C) A product is no longer produced.
D) A business enters a new industry.

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✅ Answer: A) A product’s internal components are improved while its structure remains the same.

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Which of the following is an example of radical innovation?

A) A slightly better camera in a new smartphone model.
B) A car manufacturer introducing self-driving technology.
C) An updated version of an existing software program.
D) A company changing its logo.

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✅ Answer: B) A car manufacturer introducing self-driving technology.

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Configurational innovation involves:

A) Changing how components of a product interact.
B) Only altering a product’s external features.
C) Creating an entirely new product.
D) Avoiding updates to a product.

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✅ Answer: A) Changing how components of a product interact.

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What is a classic design?
A) A design that remains popular and functional over time.
B) A temporary trend that fades after a short time.
C) A product that is only made for limited-edition collections.
D) A design that is always replaced by new innovations.

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✅ Answer: A) A design that remains popular and functional over time.

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A company can prevent obsolescence by continuously improving and updating its products.
A) True
B) False

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A) True ✅ (Innovation and regular updates help keep products relevant and competitive.)

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What does dominant design mean?
A) A widely accepted and standardized version of a product.
B) A product that only a small group of people use.
C) A temporary product trend.
D) A product that is discontinued quickly.

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✅ Answer: A) A widely accepted and standardized version of a product.

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In the product life cycle, the development stage is when a product is still being created and tested before release.
A) True
B) False

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A) True ✅ (The development stage involves research, prototyping, and testing before launching the product.)

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What is the main reason some products become classic designs?
A) They balance function, aesthetics, and usability over time.
B) They are produced by many different brands.
C) They are constantly changed every year.
D) They are only sold in high-end markets.

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✅ Answer: A) They balance function, aesthetics, and usability over time.

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What is obsolescence?
A) When a product is no longer useful or desirable.
B) When a product is improved and lasts longer.
C) When a company invests in classic designs.
D) When a product becomes dominant in the market.

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✅ Answer: A) When a product is no longer useful or desirable.

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Planned obsolescence is when:
A) A company designs a product to have a limited lifespan.
B) A product becomes outdated due to technological advancements.
C) A company decides to stop selling a product due to low demand.
D) A product naturally wears out over time.

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✅ Answer: A) A company designs a product to have a limited lifespan.

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Which of the following is an example of obsolescence?
A) A smartphone that stops receiving software updates, making it unusable.
B) A classic chair design that remains popular for decades.
C) A car model that is continuously upgraded every year.
D) A technology that is adopted by the entire industry.

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✅ Answer: A) A smartphone that stops receiving software updates, making it unusable.

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What is one way companies can avoid obsolescence?
A) By designing products that can be updated or repaired.
B) By making products that break down quickly.
C) By releasing new versions with no real improvements.
D) By ignoring customer feedback.

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✅ Answer: A) By designing products that can be updated or repaired.

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Which of the following best describes a product that has a dominant design?
A) A product that sets the standard for other designs in the same industry.
B) A product that never changes or evolves.
C) A product that is used by only a small group of people.
D) A product that constantly changes and has no standard form.

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✅ Answer: A) A product that sets the standard for other designs in the same industry.

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What is innovation?
A) The process of making small changes to a product without improving its function.
B) The creation or improvement of products, processes, or services to add value.
C) A temporary trend in product design.
D) The complete elimination of old products from the market.

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✅ Answer: B) The creation or improvement of products, processes, or services to add value.

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What does diffusion of innovation refer to?
A) The process by which an innovation spreads across a population.
B) The immediate success of an invention.
C) The elimination of competing technologies.
D) The failure of a new product in the market.

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✅ Answer: A) The process by which an innovation spreads across a population.

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Why do some companies suppress innovation?
A) To avoid financial risks and maintain existing revenue streams.
B) To encourage more competitors to enter the market.
C) To quickly replace their existing products.
D) To focus only on sustainable products.

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✅ Answer: A) To avoid financial risks and maintain existing revenue streams.

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Which of the following is an example of sustaining innovation?
A) Improving battery life in an existing smartphone model.
B) Introducing a completely new technology that disrupts the market.
C) Removing key features from a product to make it cheaper.
D) Copying a competitor’s design without changes.

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✅ Answer: A) Improving battery life in an existing smartphone model.

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What is disruptive innovation?
A) A small upgrade to an existing product.
B) A new technology that replaces established products and industries.
C) A product that remains unchanged over time.
D) A temporary marketing strategy.

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✅ Answer: B) A new technology that replaces established products and industries.

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Process innovation focuses on:
A) Improving manufacturing methods or business operations.
B) Changing a product’s external design.
C) Eliminating competition in the market.
D) Reducing product costs without improving efficiency.

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✅ Answer: A) Improving manufacturing methods or business operations.

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Architectural innovation occurs when:
A) The overall structure of a product is redesigned while keeping its components the same.
B) Only small improvements are made to an existing product.
C) A completely new technology is developed from scratch.
D) A company avoids making any changes to its product line.

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✅ Answer: A) The overall structure of a product is redesigned while keeping its components the same.

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Modular innovation focuses on:
A) Improving the components of a product while maintaining the original design.
B) Removing unnecessary parts from a product.
C) Completely redesigning an entire product.
D) Preventing changes to a product’s design.

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✅ Answer: A) Improving the components of a product while maintaining the original design.

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Configurational innovation refers to:
A) Changing the way different parts of a product interact with each other.
B) Making no changes to a product’s structure.
C) Replacing one part of a product with an identical one.
D) Eliminating unnecessary parts of a design.

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✅ Answer: A) Changing the way different parts of a product interact with each other.

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Which of the following is an example of radical innovation?
A) The invention of the smartphone, which transformed communication.
B) A small update to a car’s software.
C) A company changing its logo design.
D) The release of a new fashion trend.

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✅ Answer: A) The invention of the smartphone, which transformed communication.

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What is the primary focus of classic design?
A) A balance between function and aesthetic appeal.
B) Constantly changing trends and styles.
C) Prioritizing cost over usability.
D) Using the latest technology in every product.

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✅ Answer: A) A balance between function and aesthetic appeal.

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A new product with low relative advantage will still succeed if it is well advertised.
A) True
B) False

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B) False ✅ (If a product does not offer significant benefits over existing solutions, marketing alone may not guarantee success.)

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Why do classic designs remain popular over time?
A) They successfully integrate function, aesthetics, and usability.
B) They are updated every year to match new trends.
C) They are heavily marketed, even if they don’t work well.
D) They are only used by designers in museums.

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✅ Answer: A) They successfully integrate function, aesthetics, and usability.

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What is an essential characteristic of classic design?
A) Simplicity and ease of use.
B) Short-term popularity with no long-lasting value.
C) Only being useful in specific industries.
D) Being expensive and unaffordable to most people.

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✅ Answer: A) Simplicity and ease of use.

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Which of the following statements about function in classic design is true?
A) A product’s function is more important than its aesthetics.
B) A product must balance function and form to be successful over time.
C) Function does not affect how long a product lasts in the market.
D) A product’s function is only important in industrial design.

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✅ Answer: B) A product must balance function and form to be successful over time.

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How does classic design influence modern products?
A) By setting a standard that new products build upon.
B) By limiting creativity in new product development.
C) By preventing designers from experimenting with new materials.
D) By focusing only on traditional styles, not modern ones.

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✅ Answer: A) By setting a standard that new products build upon.

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Which of the following best describes “form follows function” in design?
A) A product’s design should be based on its intended purpose.
B) A product’s form should be as complex as possible.
C) A product’s function should be secondary to its style.
D) A product should prioritize decorative features over usability.

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✅ Answer: A) A product’s design should be based on its intended purpose.

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Planned obsolescence is when companies intentionally design products to have a limited lifespan.
A) True
B) False

A

A) True ✅ (This strategy encourages consumers to replace products more frequently, increasing sales.)

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How do materials affect classic design?
A) High-quality materials contribute to the durability of classic designs.
B) Classic design ignores material quality and focuses only on aesthetics.
C) Classic designs only use the latest technological materials.
D) Material choice does not affect the longevity of a classic design.

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✅ Answer: A) High-quality materials contribute to the durability of classic designs.

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Which of the following is an example of a product where function and form are equally important?
A) A well-designed chair that is both comfortable and visually appealing.
B) A decorative vase that is not functional.
C) A heavy-duty tool that only focuses on function, with no concern for design.
D) A modern art sculpture that has no practical use.

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✅ Answer: A) A well-designed chair that is both comfortable and visually appealing.

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What is the difference between a target audience and a target market?
A) A target market refers to potential customers, while a target audience is the specific group a company aims its advertising at.
B) A target audience is the entire population, while a target market is just one person.
C) A target market refers only to online shoppers, while a target audience includes everyone.
D) A target audience and a target market mean the same thing.

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✅ Answer: A) A target market refers to potential customers, while a target audience is the specific group a company aims its advertising at.

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Why is market segmentation important in product design?
A) It allows businesses to divide customers into groups based on needs and preferences.
B) It makes all customers buy the same type of product.
C) It eliminates competition by focusing on one type of customer.
D) It ensures that every product is designed for only one type of person.

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✅ Answer: A) It allows businesses to divide customers into groups based on needs and preferences.

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Which of the following is an example of demographic segmentation?
A) Selling different phone cases based on color preferences.
B) Marketing different types of running shoes to people based on their age and income.
C) Advertising based only on social media trends.
D) Offering a product in only one size for all customers.

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✅ Answer: B) Marketing different types of running shoes to people based on their age and income.

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An innovation must have all five of Roger’s characteristics of innovation to be successful.
A) True
B) False

A

B) False ✅ (While these characteristics help, an innovation can still succeed without all five factors.)

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Which factor is NOT commonly used for market segmentation?
A) Geographic location
B) Personal preferences
C) The designer’s favorite color
D) Lifestyle and behavior

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✅ Answer: C) The designer’s favorite color

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Behavioral segmentation groups customers based on:
A) How they interact with products and brands.
B) Their favorite colors and styles.
C) The materials used in a product’s design.
D) How often they shop at malls.

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✅ Answer: A) How they interact with products and brands.

57
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Which of the following is an example of geographic segmentation?
A) Selling winter coats in colder regions and summer clothing in warmer regions.
B) Offering the same product to every customer, regardless of location.
C) Marketing based only on income levels.
D) Dividing customers based on their favorite movies.

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✅ Answer: A) Selling winter coats in colder regions and summer clothing in warmer regions.

58
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A target market remains the same forever and does not change.
A) True
B) False

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B) False ✅ (Markets evolve due to changing consumer behavior, technology, and competition.)

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Why do businesses use psychographic segmentation?
A) To understand customers’ values, interests, and lifestyles.
B) To determine the exact age of every customer.
C) To find customers based on their job titles only.
D) To limit their product offerings to a single age group.

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✅ Answer: A) To understand customers’ values, interests, and lifestyles.

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What is a key benefit of targeting a specific market segment?
A) It allows businesses to create products that better meet customers’ needs.
B) It limits the number of people who can buy the product.
C) It makes marketing unnecessary.
D) It ensures that only expensive products are made.

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✅ Answer: A) It allows businesses to create products that better meet customers’ needs.

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Which of the following is the first stage of the product life cycle?
A) Introduction
B) Growth
C) Development
D) Maturity

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✅ Answer: C) Development

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During the introduction stage, a company’s main goal is to:
A) Maximize sales immediately
B) Recover production costs and build brand awareness
C) Discontinue the product
D) Lower the price as quickly as possible

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✅ Answer: B) Recover production costs and build brand awareness

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What happens during the growth stage of the product life cycle?
A) Sales increase as more customers buy the product.
B) The company stops producing the product.
C) The product is still being tested and developed.
D) The product is only available in limited quantities.

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✅ Answer: A) Sales increase as more customers buy the product.

64
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Which stage of the product life cycle is usually the most profitable?
A) Introduction
B) Growth
C) Maturity
D) Decline

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✅ Answer: C) Maturity

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What is a common strategy companies use during the decline stage?
A) Increase marketing efforts to boost sales.
B) Discontinue or modify the product.
C) Raise the product’s price significantly.
D) Ignore customer feedback.

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✅ Answer: B) Discontinue or modify the product.

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Obsolescence occurs when:
A) A product is no longer useful or in demand.
B) A product is introduced for the first time.
C) A product is at its peak in sales.
D) A product is in the development stage.

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✅ Answer: A) A product is no longer useful or in demand.

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Which of the following is an example of planned obsolescence?
A) A smartphone manufacturer releasing a new model every year with limited support for older versions.
B) A company improving its product with better materials.
C) A product that remains popular for decades.
D) A product that becomes obsolete due to natural wear and tear.

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✅ Answer: A) A smartphone manufacturer releasing a new model every year with limited support for older versions.

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What is one way companies can extend the maturity stage of a product?
A) Introduce product variations or updates.
B) Stop advertising completely.
C) Increase production costs unnecessarily.
D) Only sell the product in limited areas.

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✅ Answer: A) Introduce product variations or updates.

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Which of the following best describes the decline stage?
A) A product’s sales and profits begin to decrease.
B) A product is gaining market share.
C) A company is expanding production.
D) A company is focusing on brand awareness.

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✅ Answer: A) A product’s sales and profits begin to decrease.

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Which of the following strategies can help a company avoid obsolescence?
A) Continually improving and innovating the product.
B) Limiting customer access to the product.
C) Keeping the product unchanged for decades.
D) Refusing to listen to customer feedback.

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✅ Answer: A) Continually improving and innovating the product.

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What is the main purpose of a literature search in research?
A) To gather existing information from books, journals, and credible sources.
B) To conduct surveys with customers.
C) To physically test a product before launching it.
D) To determine the cost of a new product.

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✅ Answer: A) To gather existing information from books, journals, and credible sources.

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User search in research refers to:
A) Gathering insights about user needs, preferences, and behaviors.
B) Searching for employees to test a product.
C) Looking for a new brand logo online.
D) Testing product packaging before launching it.

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✅ Answer: A) Gathering insights about user needs, preferences, and behaviors.

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A user trial involves:
A) Observing how potential customers interact with a product.
B) Reading articles about past trends.
C) Studying financial reports of a company.
D) Researching the history of the product’s materials.

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✅ Answer: A) Observing how potential customers interact with a product.

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What is the main goal of an expert appraisal?
A) To have industry specialists evaluate the product’s design and functionality.
B) To survey everyday customers about their preferences.
C) To check if the product is visually appealing.
D) To compare the product with competitors based only on price.

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✅ Answer: A) To have industry specialists evaluate the product’s design and functionality.

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Performance testing in product research is used to:
A) Measure how well a product functions under different conditions.
B) Determine a product’s marketing strategy.
C) Identify the most attractive packaging design.
D) Compare similar products in an online survey.

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✅ Answer: A) Measure how well a product functions under different conditions.

76
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Which of the following research methods is best for understanding how customers use a product?
A) Literature search
B) Expert appraisal
C) User trial
D) Financial analysis

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✅ Answer: C) User trial

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Why is expert appraisal important in product development?
A) It provides insights from professionals with experience in the industry.
B) It is the only necessary research step before launching a product.
C) It helps determine the final price of the product.
D) It ensures that only expensive materials are used in manufacturing.

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✅ Answer: A) It provides insights from professionals with experience in the industry.

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Which research method is most effective for comparing the durability of different materials used in a product?
A) Literature search
B) Performance test
C) User search
D) Expert interview

A

✅ Answer: B) Performance test

79
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A company is developing a new smartwatch and wants to test its battery life, water resistance, and screen durability. Which research method should they use?
A) Performance test
B) Literature search
C) User trial
D) Expert appraisal

A

✅ Answer: A) Performance test

80
Q

What is a key difference between a user search and a user trial?
A) A user search gathers opinions, while a user trial observes actual product use.
B) A user search is always done online, while a user trial is always done in stores.
C) A user search is conducted only after a product is launched.
D) A user trial only includes expert opinions.

A

✅ Answer: A) A user search gathers opinions, while a user trial observes actual product use.

81
Q

What does relative advantage refer to in innovation?
A) How much better a new innovation is compared to existing alternatives.
B) The time it takes for a product to become obsolete.
C) How expensive a new product is compared to its competitors.
D) The number of features a product has.

A

✅ Answer: A) How much better a new innovation is compared to existing alternatives.

82
Q

Which of the following is an example of high relative advantage?
A) A new smartphone that lasts twice as long on a single charge compared to competitors.
B) A phone that has the same features as an older model.
C) A product that takes years to gain recognition.
D) A product that is more expensive but has no added benefits.

A

✅ Answer: A) A new smartphone that lasts twice as long on a single charge compared to competitors.

83
Q

Compatibility in innovation refers to:
A) How well a new product fits into existing user habits and needs.
B) The number of competitors in the market.
C) The ability of a product to be manufactured cheaply.
D) The size of a product compared to older versions.

A

✅ Answer: A) How well a new product fits into existing user habits and needs.

84
Q

Why is compatibility important for innovation adoption?
A) If a product aligns with consumer habits and values, it is more likely to be adopted.
B) It ensures that only expensive products enter the market.
C) It forces customers to completely change their behaviors.
D) It guarantees that every new product will succeed.

A

✅ Answer: A) If a product aligns with consumer habits and values, it is more likely to be adopted.

85
Q

Which of the following best describes complexity in innovation?
A) How difficult a new product is to understand and use.
B) The number of features in a product.
C) The price of a product compared to its competitors.
D) The total market value of a product.

A

✅ Answer: A) How difficult a new product is to understand and use.

86
Q

How does complexity affect innovation adoption?
A) The more complex a product is, the slower it is adopted.
B) Complex products are always more successful.
C) Customers always prefer complex products over simple ones.
D) Complexity has no impact on whether an innovation succeeds.

A

✅ Answer: A) The more complex a product is, the slower it is adopted.

87
Q

Trialability in innovation means:
A) The ability to test a product before fully committing to it.
B) The cost of a new product.
C) The level of risk involved in an innovation.
D) The number of features included in a product.

A

✅ Answer: A) The ability to test a product before fully committing to it.

88
Q

Why does trialability help an innovation succeed?
A) If customers can test a product before buying, they are more likely to adopt it.
B) It increases the overall price of a product.
C) It prevents new competitors from entering the market.
D) It forces customers to make immediate purchases.

A

✅ Answer: A) If customers can test a product before buying, they are more likely to adopt it.

89
Q

Observability in innovation refers to:
A) How easily people can see the benefits of a product.
B) The total number of competitors in the market.
C) The ability of a product to remain hidden from competitors.
D) The physical size of a new innovation.

A

✅ Answer: A) How easily people can see the benefits of a product.

90
Q

Which of the following products has high observability?
A) A new type of electric scooter that people frequently see in public.
B) A hidden security software that works in the background.
C) A product that is used only in specialized industries and is not visible to the public.
D) A medical device that only a few doctors know about.

A

✅ Answer: A) A new type of electric scooter that people frequently see in public.

91
Q

What is a “eureka moment” in entrepreneurship?
A) The sudden realization of a new idea or solution to a problem.
B) A failed business strategy.
C) A gradual improvement of an existing product.
D) A marketing campaign that gains popularity.

A

✅ Answer: A) The sudden realization of a new idea or solution to a problem.

92
Q

Which of the following is an example of a eureka moment?
A) A scientist discovering a new material by accident.
B) A company gradually improving its production process.
C) A business following a five-year plan for slow growth.
D) A competitor copying an existing product.

A

✅ Answer: A) A scientist discovering a new material by accident.

93
Q

Adaptation in entrepreneurship refers to:
A) The ability to adjust a product or business model based on market needs.
B) Sticking to one idea without making changes.
C) Avoiding competition by not improving a product.
D) Creating an entirely new industry.

A

✅ Answer: A) The ability to adjust a product or business model based on market needs.

94
Q

Why is adaptation important for entrepreneurs?
A) It allows businesses to stay competitive in changing markets.
B) It eliminates the need for marketing.
C) It guarantees instant success.
D) It prevents businesses from making changes.

A

✅ Answer: A) It allows businesses to stay competitive in changing markets.

95
Q

Technology transfer refers to:
A) The process of applying existing technologies in new ways or industries.
B) The act of selling a company’s patents.
C) The removal of outdated technology from the market.
D) The automatic success of any new technology.

A

✅ Answer: A) The process of applying existing technologies in new ways or industries.

96
Q

Which of the following best describes aesthetic requirements in product design?
A) How a product looks, feels, and appeals to users.
B) The durability of a product under stress.
C) The price of a product compared to competitors.
D) The safety features of a product.

A

✅ Answer: A) How a product looks, feels, and appeals to users.

97
Q

Why are cost constraints important in product design?
A) They ensure that a product remains affordable while maintaining quality.
B) They prevent designers from using expensive materials.
C) They increase the overall production cost of a product.
D) They allow a company to ignore budgeting.

A

✅ Answer: A) They ensure that a product remains affordable while maintaining quality.

98
Q

Which of the following is an example of an environmental requirement in design?
A) Using biodegradable materials in packaging.
B) Reducing the price of the product.
C) Choosing a color that appeals to most customers.
D) Making a product difficult to recycle.

A

✅ Answer: A) Using biodegradable materials in packaging.

99
Q

Size constraints in product design refer to:
A) The physical dimensions of a product and how they affect usability.
B) The cost of materials.
C) The amount of energy a product consumes.
D) The number of employees needed to manufacture a product.

A

✅ Answer: A) The physical dimensions of a product and how they affect usability.

100
Q

Why are safety considerations essential in product design?
A) To ensure that the product does not cause harm to users.
B) To make the product more visually appealing.
C) To increase the cost of production.
D) To make the product more difficult to use.

A

✅ Answer: A) To ensure that the product does not cause harm to users.

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