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Question
To increase the popularity of its new range of smartphones, GizmoPro Inc. offered several free accessories to customers who bought their smartphones. However, the offer turned out to be unsustainable and the company had to offer discounts on the accessories instead. GizmoPros decision is aimed at _____.
a. market share pricing
b. profit maximization
c. demand orientation
d. sales maximization
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