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WAEC Marketing 2025 Theory — Question 3

Question 3 of 16 from the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Marketing 2025 Theory paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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1(c) Explain the five stages in the decision making process that Mr John would have followed in the purchase of the noodles.

Model answer

1. Need/problem recognition: Mr John's daughter's birthday party created the need to buy noodles. 2. Information search: He searched for information on the different noodle brands available, through friends, family, acquaintances and companies' marketing efforts. 3. Evaluation of alternatives: He compared the available brands based on quality, quantity and favour. 4. Purchase decision: This is the stage at which he paid for the brand of noodles selected. 5. Post-purchase behaviour: He used the noodles for the party and is either satisfied or dissatisfied with the quality and flavour, which will determine whether he repeats the purchase.

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