Question: 1. Generalization 8 asserted that promotions in one product category affect sales of brands in complementary and competitive categories. Tostitos tortilla chips were used as an example of this generalization. Provide examples of two additional brands and the complementary and competitive product categories that likely would be affected by promotions for your two illustrative brands.
2. Assume you are the marketing manager of a company that manufactures a line of paper products (tissues, napkins, etc.). Your current market share is 7 percent, and you are considering offering retailers an attractive bill-back allowance for giving your brand special display space. Comment on this promotion's chances for success.