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An argument proposes investing in a previously successful marketing strategy, stating, 'Since Campaign X yielded significant returns last year, repeating it will ensure similar success this year.' This argument implicitly assumes which of the following?

A That market conditions and consumer preferences have remained constant.
B That new competitors will emerge and challenge the company's market share.
C That consumers are always influenced by marketing campaigns regardless of content.
D That the company has unlimited resources to invest in marketing.

✓ Correct Answer: Option A

The argument assumes that the conditions that led to success last year (market, consumer behavior, competition) are identical this year. If these conditions have changed, the campaign may not be equally successful.

💡 Why is A) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "An argument proposes investing in a previously successful marketing strategy, stating, 'Since Campaign X yielded significant returns last year, repeating it will ensure similar success this year.' This argument implicitly assumes which of the following?" is Option A: That market conditions and consumer preferences have remained constant..

The other options — B) That new competitors will emerge and challenge the company's market share., C) That consumers are always influenced by marketing campaigns regardless of content., D) That the company has unlimited resources to invest in marketing. — are incorrect for this GMAT Exam Prep question. As explained above: The argument assumes that the conditions that led to success last year (market, consumer behavior, competition) are identical this year. If these conditions have changed, the campaign may not be equa…

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