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Chapter 14.1, Problem 2CT
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To discuss: The reasons on whether it would be wise for a new manufacturer to invest most of its promotional resources in pull strategy.
Core business is the essential region or action that an organization was established on or focuses around in its business activities. Many market leaders mean to keep up a solid position in their core business zones.
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