Debra has been given the responsibility of determining the advertising appropriation for her firm's newest marketing campaign. At first she thinks that determining the advertising objectives and breaking them into tasks is the best way. However, Debra notices that past sales have been relatively constant, she multiplies the firm's past sales by a standard percentage based on what her firm usually spends on advertising. Debra is using the ________________ approach. The problem of this approach is that it assumes ___________________ ______.
A) objective-and-task; the effort required is minimal
B) objective-and-task; advertising creates sales
C) percent-of-sales; advertising creates sales
D) objective-and-task; sales create advertising
E) percent-of-sales; sales create advertising
Question 2
Scenario 10.1
Use the following to answer the questions.
The Walt Disney Company is a master at incorporating all the unique characteristics of digital media into their website. They know how to appeal to all types of consumers and utilize the full potential of digital media. The Disney website immediately catches your attention with sights and sounds that come alive. Not only can you catch a glimpse of an upcoming movie, but it also connects you with your favorite characters from movies past. The website offers age-appropriate games and activities, including the ability to create a fairy-tale cottage. The Disney Parks have their own links, of course, along with Radio Disney, the Disney Store, family vacation packages, and an educator's corner. An adult or child can enjoy navigating through the electronic marketing of Disney.
Refer to Scenario 10.1. The Disney website offers users the ability to create a character or a comic. You have the option of allowing other people to view and comment on your new creation. Which characteristic of e-marketing is being utilized here?
A) Addressability
B) Interactivity
C) Accessibility
D) Connectivity
E) Control