Question 1

Studies have found that customers are typically ready to make a purchase decision well before salespeople attempt to close the sale. Salespeople can learn when to close the sale by

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A)   listening to customers and paying attention to their body language.
B)   keeping accurate records regarding how long it took to close sales in the past.
C)   asking sales personnel to estimate the average time before customers are ready to close.
D)   using the same selling process for all customers.
E)   monitoring and mimicking the closing process used by their sales managers.

Question 2

Mohinder sells small-business health insurance programs, working on straight commission. Closing the sale is an extremely stressful point in the selling process for him. If he does not close the sale, the most likely outcome will be

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A)   his quota will be increased.
B)   he will generate no income.
C)   his quota will be lowered.
D)   his bonus will not exceed his commission.
E)   he will get a salary reduction.

Question 3

The attitudes that Ryan's customers develop after they have purchased his yearly lawn care service will become the basis for determining whether they renew each year. He needs to demonstrate the ____________ dimension of service quality by showing consistently well-maintained yards with neat, professional personnel.

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A)   reliability
B)   responsiveness
C)   assurance
D)   empathy
E)   tangibles

Question 4

When her salespeople bring in five new customers, Marissa gives them a $1000 payment. This is an example of a

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A)   commission.
B)   bonus.
C)   sales contest.
D)   nonfinancial reward.
E)   salary.

Question 5

In the selling process, the saying, "It ain't over till it's over," refers to the __________ stage of the process.

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A)   generating and qualifying leads
B)   preapproach
C)   sales presentation
D)   closing the sale
E)   follow-up

Question 6

The first step in the personal selling process is the preapproach.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The most important activity in recruiting salespeople is determining what the salesperson will be doing and

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A)   what personal traits and abilities a salesperson should have to do the job well.
B)   when they are available to start work.
C)   whether to pay them on a commission basis or a salary plus commission.
D)   how long they are likely to stay.
E)   their previous level of experience.

Question 8

Often the best way to handle customers' reservations is to relax, listen, and

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A)   reassess your preapproach strategy.
B)   consider outsourcing.
C)   immediately call your sales support team.
D)   ask questions to clarify the issues.
E)   reevaluate your expected order.

Question 9

The beginning of the sales presentation may be the most important part of the selling process, because this is where the salesperson establishes

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A)   where the customer is in the buying process.
B)   how much time has been allocated for the presentation.
C)   which of the alternative products to demonstrate.
D)   whether to quote a full price or discount price.
E)   which type of follow-up will be needed.

Question 10

Gwen recognizes that one of her roles as a company sales rep is to be the firm's frontline emissary. As such, she strives to build strong relationships with customers and

Accepted Answer

A)   capture every possible sale.
B)   focus on the short term.
C)   take a long-term perspective.
D)   disparage competitors' offerings.
E)   shift organizational control from production to marketing.

Question 11

To maintain trustworthy customer relationships, companies must take care that they respect customer privacy and respect the ________-that is, the amount of information a customer feels comfortable providing.

Accepted Answer

A)   privacy bubble
B)   information limit
C)   communication tolerance level
D)   privacy zone
E)   information comfort zone

Question 12

Trade shows are a particularly good source of B2B sales leads because

Accepted Answer

A)   they are open to the general public.
B)   they are almost always sanctioned by the government.
C)   people who attend are interested in the products and services being offered.
D)   consumers tell retailers which shows to attend.
E)   they are an inexpensive way to generate leads.

Question 13

Kathleen has found out everything she can about a newly qualified lead. She has practiced making her sales presentation and has determined what goals she has for the first meeting. Kathleen has finished the ___________ stage of the selling process.

Accepted Answer

A)   qualify leads
B)   preapproach
C)   closing the sale
D)   follow-up
E)   sales presentation

Question 14

For salespeople who practice __________, an unsuccessful close one day may lay the groundwork for a successful close during the next meeting.

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A)   role playing
B)   sales support promotion
C)   relationship selling
D)   delayed preapproach
E)   transactional selling

Question 15

Several months ago, Veronica took over the sales territory managed by a very successful salesperson. Veronica should use __________ as a first source of leads.

Accepted Answer

A)   current customers
B)   Chamber of Commerce gatherings
C)   trade shows
D)   census data
E)   competitor databases

Question 16

By a margin of seven to one in a survey of sales and marketing executives, respondents believed that

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A)   salespeople are born, not made.
B)   training and supervision are most important determinants of selling success.
C)   straight commission is the best compensation package.
D)   personality and optimism are more important than self-reliance and empathy.
E)   personal traits are not relevant to selling ability.

Question 17

Most beverage distributors have their delivery people act as the firm's sales representatives. The delivery people primarily function as

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A)   order getters.
B)   order takers.
C)   sales support personnel.
D)   manufacturer's reps.
E)   telemarketers.

Question 18

Before approaching a potentially major B2B customer, a salesperson will usually

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A)   conduct an initial sales presentation to lower-level personnel.
B)   estimate the potential commission associated with making the sale.
C)   try to find out everything possible about the firm and its needs.
D)   ask competitors what they know about the prospect.
E)   assess the corporate climate.

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT considered typical financial compensation for sales representatives?

Accepted Answer

A)   commissions
B)   salaries
C)   bonuses
D)   extra vacation days
E)   sales contests

Question 20

Tabatha sells office networking systems. She is putting together a sales presentation for a new customer. What advice would you give Tabatha about making her sales presentation?

Accepted Answer

Advice might include:
* Create interest ...

Exam 19: Personal Selling and Sales Management

Before approaching a potentially major B2B customer, a salesperson will usually

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Tabatha sells office networking systems. She is putting together a sales presentation for a new customer. What advice would you give Tabatha about making her sales presentation?

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* Create interest ...
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Most beverage distributors have their delivery people act as the firm's sales representatives. The delivery people primarily function as

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Often the best way to handle customers' reservations is to relax, listen, and

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For salespeople who practice __________, an unsuccessful close one day may lay the groundwork for a successful close during the next meeting.

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The most important activity in recruiting salespeople is determining what the salesperson will be doing and

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Trade shows are a particularly good source of B2B sales leads because

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Kathleen has found out everything she can about a newly qualified lead. She has practiced making her sales presentation and has determined what goals she has for the first meeting. Kathleen has finished the ___________ stage of the selling process.

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Gwen recognizes that one of her roles as a company sales rep is to be the firm's frontline emissary. As such, she strives to build strong relationships with customers and

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In the selling process, the saying, "It ain't over till it's over," refers to the __________ stage of the process.

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The beginning of the sales presentation may be the most important part of the selling process, because this is where the salesperson establishes

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Several months ago, Veronica took over the sales territory managed by a very successful salesperson. Veronica should use __________ as a first source of leads.

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By a margin of seven to one in a survey of sales and marketing executives, respondents believed that

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When her salespeople bring in five new customers, Marissa gives them a $1000 payment. This is an example of a

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Which of the following is NOT considered typical financial compensation for sales representatives?

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Studies have found that customers are typically ready to make a purchase decision well before salespeople attempt to close the sale. Salespeople can learn when to close the sale by

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The first step in the personal selling process is the preapproach.

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Mohinder sells small-business health insurance programs, working on straight commission. Closing the sale is an extremely stressful point in the selling process for him. If he does not close the sale, the most likely outcome will be

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To maintain trustworthy customer relationships, companies must take care that they respect customer privacy and respect the ________-that is, the amount of information a customer feels comfortable providing.

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Tabatha sells office networking systems. She is putting together a sales presentation for a new customer. What advice would you give Tabatha about making her sales presentation?

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