Introduction to Sales Test Preparation
Course Introduction
Introduction to Sales provides students with a foundational understanding of the principles, strategies, and practices that drive successful sales processes across various industries. The course explores key concepts such as the sales cycle, customer relationship management, prospecting, negotiation, and closing techniques. Emphasis is placed on the interpersonal and communication skills required for effective selling, as well as ethical considerations and the role of technology in modern sales environments. Through case studies, role-plays, and practical exercises, students will learn how to identify customer needs, present solutions, handle objections, and build long-term client relationships, preparing them for entry-level sales positions or further study in marketing and business.
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SELL 2 Canadian 2nd Edition by Thomas N. Ingram
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Chapter 1: Overview of Personal Selling
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111 Flashcards
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Sample Questions
Q1) In the textbook, what term is used to describe the series of conversations between buyers and sellers that take place over time in an attempt to build relationships?
A) the personal selling process
B) sales dialogue
C) need-based questioning techniques
D) marketing communication
Answer: B
Q2) In an effort to sell to a new account, Sarah has spent considerable time learning about the customer's industry, as well as educating the buyer as to how her products compare to competitive offerings. This process has required making numerous sales visits with no immediate prospect of securing an order. Which selling approach is Sarah using?
A) trust-based selling
B) consultative selling
C) need satisfaction selling
D) mental states selling
Answer: B
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Chapter 2: Building Trust and Sales Ethics
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Q1) According to the textbook, what does ethics refer to?
A) correct behaviour for the situation at hand
B) the right and wrong conduct of individuals and the institutions of which they are a part
C) moral conduct as determined by the government and society
D) laws governing orderly behaviour within society
Answer: B
Q2) In order for salespeople to fine-tune a market offer to the specific needs of their customers, what part of their knowledge base must be strong?
A) industry
B) market
C) technology
D) product (including service and price)
Answer: D
Q3) Most customers expect salespeople to be knowledgeable about the products they are selling.
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
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Chapter 3: Understanding Buyers
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Q1) What kind of purchase decision occurs when a buyer is purchasing a product or service for the first time?
A) a straight rebuy decision
B) a modified rebuy decision
C) a flexible rebuy decision
D) a new task decision
Answer: D
Q2) With respect to communication styles, what is the term for the level of feelings and sociability an individual openly displays?
A) responsiveness
B) analysis
C) assertiveness
D) persuasiveness
Answer: A
Q3) The most common type of buying decision for most purchasing agents is the modified rebuy.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
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Chapter 4: Communication Skills
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Q1) If you find that people you speak with often misinterpret your verbal messages, what should you probably work on?
A) your sales presentation
B) your listening skills
C) your voice characteristics
D) your understanding of proxemics
Q2) With respect to common nonverbal clusters, which of the following meanings do leaning the head in the palm of the hands, slouching, drumming fingers, swinging a foot or tapping, poor eye contact, and glancing at a watch suggest?
A) evaluation
B) deception
C) readiness
D) boredom
Q3) How a person sits in a chair is a form of nonverbal communication.
A)True
B)False
Q4) In our culture, crossed arms is often an indication of defensiveness.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 5: Strategic Prospecting and Preparing for Sales Dialogue
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Q1) Although the salesperson will be dealing with the contact, it is extremely important for the salesperson to gain some information on the contact's company prior to making the sales call.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Which statement provides the best rationale for prospecting for new business for most salespeople?
A) to stay ahead of the competition
B) to keep sharp by practising selling skills
C) to replace lost customers and achieve sales growth targets
D) to keep productivity high by filling in the time between sales calls on existing customers
Q3) According to the textbook, how is the strategic prospecting process often viewed?
A) as a black box
B) as a sales funnel
C) as a flowchart
D) as a tree diagram
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Chapter 6: Planning Sales Dialogues and Presentations
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Q1) When engaged in sales presentation planning, a salesperson should first determine how the features of his or her product will benefit the prospect, and then set a specific objective.
A)True
B)False
Q2) One of the disadvantages of using customer value propositions is that they can be quite complex and therefore difficult to understand.
A)True
B)False
Q3) What flexible planning tool assists the salesperson in assembling pertinent information to be covered with the prospect?
A) a sales dialogue template
B) an organized presentation outline
C) a canned presentation script
D) a written proposal checklist
Q4) "We need to reduce our costs" is an example of a rational buying motive.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 7: Sales Dialogue
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Q1) Madeha works for a large manufacturer of semi-conductor components, which she sells to distributors in the high tech industry. She is infamous within the company for once convincing a prospective customer to strike one of her samples with a hammer in the middle of a sales call. Which key to effective sales dialogue does this demonstrate? A) planning and practising prior to the sales interaction
B) being interactive and engaging the customer to encourage feedback C) focusing on creating and presenting value in an interesting and understandable way D) supporting the customer value offered by objective claims
Q2) When following the SPES Sequence, the third step is to emphasize the sales aid.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Product features and confirmed benefits are linked to buyers specific needs in a way to generate the buyers desire to purchase and acquire the recommended solution. A)True
B)False
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Chapter 8: Addressing Concerns and Earning Commitment
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Q1) Gaining commitment should be a natural result if the salesperson has done a good job of uncovering needs, presenting appropriate solutions, and handling customer concerns.
A)True
B)False
Q2) What is the term for favourable statements a buyer makes during a sales presentation that suggest buyer commitment?
A) indirect commitments
B) commitment signals
C) positive selling points
D) deal closers
Q3) If a customer is wrong about something when expressing resistance, the salesperson should first consider using the indirect denial method before considering the direct denial method.
A)True
B)False
Q4) "How do I know you'll meet our delivery requirements?" is an example of a service objection.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 9: Expanding Customer Relationships
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Q1) What is the term for meetings in which the salesperson encourages the buyer to discuss tough issues, especially in areas in which the salesperson's organization is providing less than satisfactory performance?
A) critical encounters
B) touch points
C) service opportunities
D) complaint sessions
Q2) When resolving complaints, salespeople should focus on what they can do rather than what they cannot do for the customer.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Once the sale has been made and the product delivered, most buyers do not want to hear from the salesperson until it is time to order again.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Improper installation is a common customer complaint.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 10: Adding Value
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Q1) Portfolio analysis is a common method for account classification because of its simplicity.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Which method for analyzing accounts makes it possible to consider two factors simultaneously?
A) ABC analysis
B) portfolio analysis
C) sales volume analysis
D) dual market analysis
Q3) According to the textbook, which common sales call routing plan pattern is best used when accounts are evenly dispersed throughout the territory?
A) a cloverleaf routing plan
B) a circular routing plan
C) a leapfrog routing plan
D) a major city routing plan
Q4) To be effective, sales plans should be locked in once established.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 11: Sales Management and Sales 20
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Q1) Brandi is a sales manager who focuses primarily on outcomes, motivating her salespeople by offering rewards for good performance, and threatening punishments for poor performance. Brandi is said to have a transformational leadership style.
A)True
B)False
Q2) The mental states selling approach is appropriate for implementing a collaborative relationship strategy.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Bill evaluates his salespeople by working with them to review previous goals, provide feedback, and set new ones. This evaluation method is known as performance management.
A)True
B)False
Q4) The disadvantage of the sales organization audit is that it fails to identify the causes of problems identified through the process.
A)True
B)False
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