Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Business Studies

Chapter

Marketing

Question:

Which of the following is a function of labelling?

Options:

Identify the product

Describe the product and specifies its contents

Product Protection

Both option 1 and 2

Correct Answer:

Both option 1 and 2

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 4- Both option 1 and 2.

Both option 1 and 2 are function of labelling.

A simple looking but important task in the marketing of goods relates to designing the label to be put on the package. The label may vary from a simple tag attached to the product indicating some information about the quality or price, to complex graphics that are part of the package, like the ones on branded products. Lables are useful in providing detailed information about the product, its contents, method of use, etc. The various functions performed by a label are as follows:

  • Describe the Product and specify its contents: One of the most important functions of labels is to describe the product, its usage, cautions in use, etc. and specify its contents.
  • Identification of the Product or brand: The other important function performed by labels is to help in identifying the product or brand. The common identification information provided by the labels include name and address of the manufacturer, net weight when packed, manufacturing date, maximum retail price and Batch number.
  • Grading of Products: Another important function performed by labels is to help grading the products into different categories. Sometimes marketers assign different grades to indicate different features or quality of the product.
  • Helps in Promotion of Products: An important function of label is to aid in promotion of the products. A carefully designed label can attract attention and give reason to purchase.
  • Providing information required by Law: Another important function of labeling is to provide information required by law. For example, packaged food articles must have list of ingredients declaration regarding vegetarian or non-vegetarian food additives and date of manufacturing or packing on the label. Such information is required on processed foods, drugs and tobacco products. In case of hazardous or poisonous material, appropriate safety-warning need to be put on the label.