Give an examples of a recent purchase experience in which you were dissatisfied because a firm’s marketing mix did not meet your expectations. Indicate how the purchase fell short of your expectations- and also explain whether your expectations were formed based on the firm’s promotion or on something else. Will it affect how much you trust that firm or brand in the future?

Give an examples of a recent purchase experience in which you were dissatisfied because a firm’s marketing mix did not meet your expectations. Indicate how the purchase fell short of your expectations- and also explain whether your expectations were formed based on the firm’s promotion or on something else. Will it affect how much you trust that firm or brand in the future?

Marketing

20th Edition

ISBN:9780357033791

Author:Pride, William M

Publisher:Pride, William M

Chapter8: Business Markets And Buying Behavior

Section: Chapter Questions

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