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Company X is evaluating its marketing spend. A recent internal memo from the Head of Marketing suggests increasing the budget for digital advertising to reach a younger demographic, citing recent industry reports on online engagement trends. Conversely, the Head of Sales advocates for reallocating funds to expand the sales force, arguing that direct client engagement remains the most effective conversion strategy for their high-value products. Which of the following actions, if implemented, would most directly address a common goal implied by both executives' statements?

A Invest in training programs for the existing sales force to improve digital outreach skills.
B Launch a pilot program for a new product targeted specifically at younger online consumers.
C Conduct market research to identify the most cost-effective channels for acquiring high-value clients.
D Reduce the overall marketing budget to improve quarterly profit margins.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Both executives aim to optimize client acquisition. The marketing head focuses on digital reach, while the sales head emphasizes direct engagement for high-value clients. Researching cost-effective channels directly supports both goals by ensuring efficient client acquisition.

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