The Economics of Television

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What is the primary source of revenue for most commercial television networks?

  1. Advertising

  2. Subscription Fees

  3. Government Funding

  4. Donations


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Commercial television networks primarily generate revenue through advertising, where companies pay to air commercials during programming.

What is the term used to describe the practice of bundling multiple television channels into a single package?

  1. Channel Bundling

  2. Multichannel Video Programming Distributor (MVPD)

  3. Cable Monopoly

  4. Satellite Broadcasting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Channel bundling is the practice of combining multiple television channels into a single package, often offered by cable or satellite providers.

Which economic model suggests that consumers are willing to pay more for a bundle of television channels than they would for each channel individually?

  1. Perfect Competition

  2. Monopoly

  3. Oligopoly

  4. Bundling Model


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The bundling model suggests that consumers are willing to pay more for a bundle of television channels than they would for each channel individually, due to the perceived value of having a variety of channels in one package.

What is the term used to describe the practice of selling advertising time on television based on the number of viewers who are expected to see the advertisement?

  1. Cost-Per-Mille (CPM)

  2. Cost-Per-View (CPV)

  3. Pay-Per-View (PPV)

  4. Gross Rating Point (GRP)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cost-Per-Mille (CPM) is the term used to describe the practice of selling advertising time on television based on the number of viewers who are expected to see the advertisement, typically measured in thousands (mille).

What is the term used to describe the practice of charging viewers a fee to watch a specific television program or event?

  1. Subscription Video On Demand (SVOD)

  2. Pay-Per-View (PPV)

  3. Video On Demand (VOD)

  4. Free-to-Air (FTA)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pay-Per-View (PPV) is the term used to describe the practice of charging viewers a fee to watch a specific television program or event, typically through a cable or satellite provider.

What is the term used to describe the practice of allowing viewers to watch television programs or movies on demand, typically through an internet connection?

  1. Subscription Video On Demand (SVOD)

  2. Pay-Per-View (PPV)

  3. Video On Demand (VOD)

  4. Free-to-Air (FTA)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Video On Demand (VOD) is the term used to describe the practice of allowing viewers to watch television programs or movies on demand, typically through an internet connection.

What is the term used to describe the practice of allowing viewers to watch television programs or movies online, typically through a subscription service?

  1. Subscription Video On Demand (SVOD)

  2. Pay-Per-View (PPV)

  3. Video On Demand (VOD)

  4. Free-to-Air (FTA)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Subscription Video On Demand (SVOD) is the term used to describe the practice of allowing viewers to watch television programs or movies online, typically through a subscription service.

What is the term used to describe the practice of allowing viewers to watch television programs or movies online, typically without a subscription fee?

  1. Subscription Video On Demand (SVOD)

  2. Pay-Per-View (PPV)

  3. Video On Demand (VOD)

  4. Free-to-Air (FTA)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Free-to-Air (FTA) is the term used to describe the practice of allowing viewers to watch television programs or movies online, typically without a subscription fee.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific demographic groups?

  1. Demographic Targeting

  2. Psychographic Targeting

  3. Behavioral Targeting

  4. Geographic Targeting


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Demographic Targeting is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific demographic groups, such as age, gender, income, or education level.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific consumer behaviors?

  1. Demographic Targeting

  2. Psychographic Targeting

  3. Behavioral Targeting

  4. Geographic Targeting


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Behavioral Targeting is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific consumer behaviors, such as purchasing habits, online browsing history, or social media activity.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific geographic areas?

  1. Demographic Targeting

  2. Psychographic Targeting

  3. Behavioral Targeting

  4. Geographic Targeting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Geographic Targeting is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific geographic areas, such as cities, regions, or countries.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific consumer attitudes, values, or lifestyles?

  1. Demographic Targeting

  2. Psychographic Targeting

  3. Behavioral Targeting

  4. Geographic Targeting


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Psychographic Targeting is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific consumer attitudes, values, or lifestyles.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific consumer interests or hobbies?

  1. Demographic Targeting

  2. Psychographic Targeting

  3. Behavioral Targeting

  4. Interest Targeting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Interest Targeting is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific consumer interests or hobbies.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific consumer purchase intentions?

  1. Demographic Targeting

  2. Psychographic Targeting

  3. Behavioral Targeting

  4. Purchase Intent Targeting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Purchase Intent Targeting is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific consumer purchase intentions.

What is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific consumer life events?

  1. Demographic Targeting

  2. Psychographic Targeting

  3. Behavioral Targeting

  4. Life Event Targeting


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Life Event Targeting is the term used to describe the practice of using television advertising to target specific consumer life events, such as marriage, childbirth, or retirement.

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