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They suit the same target customers.
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They suit the same target customers.
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They suit different target customers.
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They suit the same target customers.
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They reduce the same business costs.
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It does not specifically involve charging a high launch price for innovation."},{"text":"Competitor.","correct":false,"explanation":"Competitor pricing bases the price on rival businesses’ prices. 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It is not based on adding a mark-up to cost."},{"text":"Competitor pricing.","correct":false,"explanation":"Competitor pricing uses rival businesses’ prices as the main guide. 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These examples are digital distribution channels."},{"text":"Wholesale distribution channels.","correct":false,"explanation":"Wholesale channels involve selling products in bulk to retailers or other businesses. Websites, apps and online marketplaces are online digital distribution channels instead."}]},{"id":"7fd59141-4456-41e5-aace-f68565ef5531","cardType":"basic","points":2,"front":"If Aldi used luxury packaging and very high prices, what would be wrong?","back":"The mix would not fit its target market.","mcqOptions":[{"text":"The mix would not fit its target market.","correct":true,"explanation":"Aldi mainly targets customers seeking affordable products and value. 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