Psychographic Sourcebook - GfK MRI
Psychographic Sourcebook - GfK MRI
Psychographic Sourcebook - GfK MRI
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PART 1: Survey of the American Consumer<br />
II. Attitudes and Opinions on Marketing Issues<br />
A. Buying Styles<br />
This series of questions is designed to provide psychographic information about "how" and "why" we buy, and complements the "what we buy”<br />
<strong>MRI</strong> product data. They offer insights into a broad range of habits, attitudes, thoughts, and preferences that influence purchasing decisions<br />
made by American consumers.<br />
Questions – Buying Styles: Please indicate how much you agree or disagree with each of the following statements (agree mostly,<br />
agree somewhat, disagree mostly, disagree somewhat):<br />
• Buying American products is important to me<br />
• I know the price I pay for most of the foods and packaged goods I buy<br />
• I think shopping is a great way to relax<br />
• My favorite grocery store offers special discounts on particular products each week<br />
• I don’t make purchase decisions based on advertising<br />
• I like to shop around before making a purchase<br />
• If I really want something I will buy it on credit rather than wait<br />
• I buy based on quality, not price<br />
• Price is more important to me than brand names<br />
• I’m a “spender” rather than a “saver”<br />
• It’s important to me that salespeople be knowledgeable about the products they sell<br />
• I am influenced by what’s hot and what’s not<br />
• My favorite grocery store offers low prices on all products every day<br />
• A celebrity endorsement may influence me to consider or buy a product<br />
• I only use coupons for those brands I usually buy<br />
• I am annoyed by all of the signs in the stores<br />
• I often seek the advice of others before making a purchase<br />
• I am willing to give up convenience in return for a product that is environmentally safe<br />
• Shopping used to be more enjoyable<br />
• I buy brands that reflect my style<br />
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