Several people often participate in the organizational buying process.  Called       ______________, these people share common goals risks, and knowledge important to a purchase decision.   A. a feasibility study group B. corporate obstructionists C. a buying center D. a cohort

Questions 12-13 are based on the following mini-case: Deanna has invented a new product. It is a combination of hair spray and insect repellent. She describes her target market this way: “I feel this product is best suited for women aged 14 to 44 who enjoy the outdoors and spend a lot of time in outdoor sport and other activities. They are concerned about their appearance and always try to look neat and well-groomed. They don’t want their activities spoiled by worrying about insect bites and may actively dislike drugs. Most of them live in the sunbelt areas of the country.”   Deanna’s targeting of women in a certain age group is ____________ segmentation.   A. demographic B. psychographic C. behavioral D. geographic

As a new purchasing agent for a large corporation, you are coordinating the purchasing of a new, major piece of machinery that will be incorporated into the production process.  This machine is not unique (although new to your company); hence, it is available from many different vendors.  In this regard, you know that the complexity, time frame, and number of suppliers (respectively) for this purchase will be   A. complex, short and many. B. moderate, medium, and many. C. complex, long and many D. complex, medium, and one. E. moderate, short, and one.

The value of a brand to an organization is called   A. brand capital B. brand equity C. brand equality D. brand profit E. brand equalization

Questions 12-13 are based on the following mini-case: Deanna has invented a new product. It is a combination of hair spray and insect repellent. She describes her target market this way: “I feel this product is best suited for women aged 14 to 44 who enjoy the outdoors and spend a lot of time in outdoor sport and other activities. They are concerned about their appearance and always try to look neat and well-groomed. They don’t want their activities spoiled by worrying about insect bites and may actively dislike drugs. Most of them live in the sunbelt areas of the country.”   Deanna’s targeting of women in a certain age group is ____________ segmentation.   A. demographic B. psychographic C. behavioral D. geographic

Bic’s application of its name to disposable razors, utility lighters, and even sailboards is an example of   A. line extension B. brand licensing C. brand preference D. brand recognition E. brand extension

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  TOTAL  SECTION A:  [50]

  INSTRUCTIONS: 1. INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION This question paper consists of TWO SECTIONS: SECTION A: Essay: 50 marks SECTION B: Transactional Texts: (2 x 25) 50 marks 2. Answer ONE question from SECTION A and TWO questions from SECTION B. 3. Write in the language in which you are being assessed. 4. You must plan (using a mind map/diagram/flow chart/keywords, etc.), edit, and proofread your work. The plan must appear BEFORE the essay. 5. You are strongly advised to spend your time as follows: SECTION A: approximately 80 minutes SECTION B: approximately 35 x 2 minutes (70 minutes) 6. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering system used in this question paper. 7. Give each response a suitable title/ heading. 8. The title/heading must not be considered when doing a word count.

 QUESTION 2   2.1  LETTER OF COMPLAINT (FORMAL)  A local restaurant, THE COPPER KETTLE (4 Lighthouse Lane, Bothasville, 3457) has been struggling under the latest Covid regulations. Write a letter to its management in which you make suggestions to help the restaurant stay open during this difficult time. (25) 2.2 FRIENDLY LETTER (INFORMAL) A close friend is about to celebrate their birthday. You have decided to make this birthday memorable. Write a letter explaining the plans you have for their birthday celebrations.  (25) 2.3   INFORMAL SPEECH You are nearing the end of your school year and you have been asked to present an informal speech online to the grade 9 students. Write the speech you will deliver. Include the highlights and lowlights of your year, as well as your top tip on how to survive and thrive in grade 10. (25) 2.4 INTERVIEW You have the opportunity to interview one of the characters you have learned about in your literary works this year. Write an interview in which you discuss one major obstacle that the character encountered and how he/she was able to overcome this as well as others’ perspectives and expectations of him/her. (25) 2.5 MAGAZINE ARTICLE You have been approached by the editor of a popular magazine to start a column for young South Africans entering the job market.   Write an article, titled Your future could be on-(the)-line, for publication in the next issue. (25) 2.6 Obituary A well-known South African musician has passed away after a short illness. This person was admired for his/her contributions to the South African music scene. Write an obituary in celebration of his/her legacy for the online magazine, Drum. (25)