Which of the following statements correctly describes ‘facilitating use of the product’ as a function of packaging?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → The package has a size and shape that are convenient for consumers to open and handle.
Option (1) The package uses a startling colour scheme to attract people at the point of purchase. — Incorrect. A startling colour scheme that draws attention at the point of purchase is product promotion, another function of packaging.
Option (2) The package protects the contents from spoilage, breakage, leakage and pilferage. — Incorrect. Guarding the contents from spoilage, breakage, leakage and pilferage is product protection. It is needed during storing, distribution and transport.
Option (3) The package has a size and shape that are convenient for consumers to open and handle. — Correct. Facilitating use means the package is easy to open, handle and use. Its size and shape are chosen with the user in mind, as in tubes of toothpaste, medicines and cosmetics.
Option (4) The package helps buyers to identify the product easily from among other products. — Incorrect. Helping buyers pick out a product by its package, like Colgate in red colour, is product identification.
NCERT (2026-27 Edition): “Functions of Packaging As stated above, packaging performs a number of functions in the marketing of goods. Some of the important functions are as follows: |