When a totally new product, such as laser discs years ago, is introduced, it would be considered a ________ according to the BCG matrix

When the management team noted the increased interest in bikes as a mode of commuting, bicycle manufacturer Sensta introduced utility bikes aimed at the urban commuter

In which of the following cases is the company following a plus-one pricing strategy? A) Sensta entered the market with a bike priced at $2,500, and later, as more competitors entered the market, reduced the price to $1,000. B) As the market for bikes in a particular city became saturated, Sensta raised the prices of its bikes hoping to gain maximum profit before exiting the market. C) With several competitors with similar product features in the utility bike market, Sensta concentrated on the sturdiness of its bikes, and raised the price of the basic model from $500 to $1,000. D) Sensta manufactures a basic model priced at $500, a bike with more features, priced at $1,500 and a deluxe model priced at $3,000. E) When Sensta entered the market, there were already competitors in the $1,000-$2,000 price range. Sensta introduced three bike models in the $500-$700 price range in order to capture market share, and later raised the prices of its products.

Greentech is launching a line of miniature solar chargers for laptops, cellphones, and other electronic devices. The chargers are compact, affordable and the green energy technology is a value-added benefit for both the company and consumers

Which of the following would qualify as an advertisement for Greentech's new solar chargers? A) a front-page notice of the release of Greentech's solar chargers in all leading newspapers B) a press conference to discuss the various benefits, including environmental feature C) the use of dedicated sales personnel to explain the qualities of the new solar chargers to retailers D) an endorsement by a national environmental organization to tout the benefits of the new solar chargers E) an online lottery where interested buyers have a chance to win a prize