Which characteristic makes services more difficult to evaluate before purchase than physical goods?
Correct answer: D. Intangibility
- A. Standardisation
- B. Tangibility
- C. Ownership transfer
- D. Intangibility
Explanation
Services are intangible, so customers usually cannot inspect or test them fully before buying. Tangibility is a characteristic of physical goods, not services.
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