Carla has just written out a check for $18,999 to pay for her new car. Although the salesperson had initially accepted her check, she is now told that there was a mistake and that the final total should really be $19,250. Carla writes another check to cover the difference so that she can drive out with her new car. Carla has just fallen prey to a questionable sales practice called __________.

a. "lowballing."
b. "bait-and-switch."
c. the "dissonance game."
d. "keep ‘em guessing."

Respuesta :

Answer:

a. "low-balling."

Explanation:

When a dealer makes a low-ball offer, this implies that an item or  service is provided at a reduced cost than is actually required in order to  reach the required profit margin.

The dealer makes the offer in an attempt to raise the price rapidly to boost  revenues and/or to sell extra, more lucrative products and services to prospective  customers.