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Analyze two applied problems related to consumer demand and business expansion strategies. The first problem involves calculating and comparing utility values for restaurant options based on different attributes and locations, considering probabilities of venue availability. The second problem requires analyzing demand elasticity, deriving inverse demand functions, and making pricing and advertising decisions for a donut business, including cost considerations. Additionally, a comprehensive report is to be prepared on an international market entry strategy, covering environmental analysis, opportunities, challenges, and strategic recommendations for expanding a U.S.-based business into a chosen foreign country.

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Understanding consumer demand and applying quantitative methods to business decision-making are fundamental components of modern economics and strategic management. The first problem emphasizes the application of utility theory and probability in selecting optimal restaurant locations and types. It involves calculating expected utility values for two restaurant options—steak and pizza—in different geographic contexts, with attributed-weighted preferences and associated probabilities. This problem demonstrates how consumers—or in this case, entrepreneurs—can leverage attribute prioritization and probabilistic outcomes to make rational decisions aligned with their preferences and environmental assumptions.

The second problem focuses on demand elasticity and revenue maximization strategies through price and advertising choices. By analyzing the demand function for Newton’s Donuts, calculating the price elasticity of demand reveals how sensitive consumers are to price changes, which informs pricing policies. Deriving the inverse demand curve allows firms to understand the relationship between price and quantity sold, which is crucial for revenue optimization. The analysis of marginal costs and profit-maximizing prices guides strategic pricing decisions, clarified further by considerations of advertising expenditure relative to demands, costs, and potential profitability. Together, these exercises exemplify core economic principles—elasticity, demand functions, and profit maximization—applied to real-world business scenarios.

In the context of international expansion, a strategic report is required to assess the feasibility of entering a foreign market. This involves a detailed environmental scan covering political, economic, legal, social, and cultural factors. Selection of a country involves evaluating opportunities such as market size, income levels, and demand for the product or service, balanced against challenges like competition, infrastructure, and regulatory policies. Cultural dimensions—such as Hofstede’s or Trompenaars’ models—facilitate understanding differences that may impact market entry and operations. Based on this comprehensive analysis, a suitable entry strategy—be it joint ventures, franchising, or direct investment—is recommended, justified, and combined with an evaluation of critical success factors.

This multi-faceted approach underscores the importance of integrating quantitative analysis with strategic environmental assessment in making informed, rational business decisions. Whether optimizing product pricing, evaluating market opportunities, or selecting entry modes, these techniques enable businesses to mitigate risks, capitalize on opportunities, and establish competitive advantages in dynamic global markets.

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