On the basis of durability, which of the following pairs of consumer products falls in the same class?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Kitchen gadgets and bicycle
Option (1) Radio and watch repairs — Incorrect. A radio is a durable product. Watch repairs are an intangible activity offered for sale, so they are a service.
Option (2) Stationery products and sewing machine — Incorrect. Stationery products are non-durable: they are used up in one or a few uses. A sewing machine is a durable product.
Option (3) Detergents and radio — Incorrect. Detergents are non-durable products, while a radio is durable.
Option (4) Kitchen gadgets and bicycle — Correct. Both are durable products: tangible goods that normally last many years. Such goods need more personal selling, guarantees and after-sales service.
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