Retro64 distributes free downloadable versions of its computer games for a very short
time. These efforts have a primary promotional objective of:
a. encouraging product trial.
b. building selective demand.
c. retaining loyal customers.
d. facilitating reseller support.
e. reducing sales fluctuations.
Because Gem Supply’s sales have continued to decline, the jewelry manufacturer has
found that the costs associated with maintaining its own five-person sales force are
prohibitive. The firm’s marketing director begins to look for a small company or an
individual willing to perform the sales function for Gem Supply in its least productive
region, the Far West. The ideal entity would carry complementary but non-competing
lines. Such a firm or an individual would be classified as a________.
a. rack jobber
b. manufacturers’ agent
c. specialty-line wholesaler
d. desk jobber
e. commission merchant