MERA CUSTOMER SERVICE SCREENING TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2023

MERA CUSTOMER SERVICE SCREENING TEST QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 2023 What question do you ask to get feedback to see if the computer software met expectations of the customer? A. Did they deliver it on time? B. Did you have installation problems? C. What new features have you used? D. How has the software worked for what you were using it for? D. How has the software worked for what you were using it for? A new customer comes into your department, but you are helping another customer. You should: A. Focus all your attention on your current customer B. Let the new customer wait his turn until you have completed your current sale C. Acknowledge the new customer's presence with eye contact and/or a brief comment that you'll be right with him D. Help the customer who looks like he will spend the most money C. Acknowledge the new customer's presence with eye contact and/or a brief comment that you'll be right with him Which of the following would be the best option when trying to find out what a customer wants to buy? A. Can I help you? B. Are you looking for anything special? C. What color do you prefer in that brand? D. Is that the brand you want? C. What color do you prefer in that brand? A good reason for creating an opening for discussion is to: A. Break down the customer's sales resistance B. Get to know what the customer wants C. Convince the customer how much you know about the product D. Increase your store's sales revenues B. Get to know what the customer wants The best way to talk to a new customer is to: A. Flatter her—tell her she has taste and looks great B. Interact as if you are old friends C. Match what you say and your tone of voice to her personality D. Convince her that you know what is best for her to buy C. Match what you say and your tone of voice to her personality Three ways to create a positive impression of you and the store include: Complimenting the customer's taste; assuring the customer that he is the expert; and: A. Suggesting that he buy "top of the line" products B. Stating that the products in your store are far better than those in other stores C. Indicating that based on your professional product knowledge, you feel his purchases are worthwhile C. Indicating that based on your professional product knowledge, you feel his purchases are worthwhile A retail association sees that an electrical socket has wires exposed in an area where customers shop. The retail associate must A. Secure the area and report the situation to management B. Call the custodian for assistance C. Do a temporary cleanup as best he/she can D. Nothing; maintenance will clean it up A. Secure the area and report the situation to management If the customer isn't shopping alone, you can include the rest of the party by: A. Telling any children to behave themselves while their parent makes this important decision B. Suggesting that the customer might want to make this shopping decision when he is alone and can concentrate C. Giving other service to those in the party, such as offering a chair or a cup a refreshment D. Remind the customer of the kids' zone area C. Giving other service to those in the party, such as offering a chair or a cup a refreshment A customer has looked at several watches and seems to like one best. She tries it on, sets it to the correct time, and asks if the band can be changed to another style. You show her the options and she likes one in particular. What is best to say to close the sale? A. Do you want to look at a few more styles? B. Will that be cash or credit card? C. Shall I go ahead and replace the band for you or do you want to keep both styles for different looks? D. We'll be having a sale on watches sometime next month. C. Shall I go ahead and replace the band for you or do you want to keep both styles for different looks? Which store offers the best deal? Store 1 Store 2 Store 3 Price $27 $27 $30 Discount 10% Warranty 5 year 3 year 4 year A. Store 1 offers the best deal. B. Store 2 offers the best deal. C. Store 3 offers the best deal. D. They all offer the same exact deal. A. Store 1 offers the best deal. Active listening is A. listening while maintaining eye contact with the speaker B. listening and using positive body language C. listening and responding to the other person in a way that improves understanding D. listening while staying active by running, jogging, etc. C. listening and responding to the other person in a way that improves understanding If a customer walks directly to an item, this may indicate that he: A. Knows what he wants and would probably appreciate quick, efficient service B. Just wants to look at the item and has no interest in buying C. Is in a hurry and doesn't want any attention from you D. Is looking for the least expensive brand A. Knows what he wants and would probably appreciate quick, efficient service Your ultimate goal as a sales associate is to: A. Meet your quota each month B. Provide service to as many customers as you can C. Satisfy the customer D. Be the top sales associate in your department C. Satisfy the customer You can best determine the customer's needs by gathering information through careful observation and by: A. Deciding the type of products you think the customer should buy B. Telling the customer everything you know about your products C. Asking the customer thoughtful questions D. Studying all literature on the products you sell so you can answer questions. C. Asking the customer thoughtful questions To keep the lines of communication open, the best questions to ask: A. Are direct and to the point B. Are ones that can be quickly answered with a "yes" or a "no" C. Begin with who, what, where, when, how, or why D. Are ones that are able to direct the customer to a decision E. Are structured to save the customer's time C. Begin with who, what, where, when, how, or why Which of the following are examples of open-ended questions? A. Can I help you? B. What features are important to you? C. Do you like blue or brown? D. Is this all for you today? B. What features are important to you? When fitting the products to the customer, you should: A. Correct her if she tells you the wrong size B. Ask questions that will help her define the right fit C. Select the approximate size you believe that she is. D. Wait till the customer picks out the right size. B. Ask questions that will help her define the right fit Which of the following phrases might be appropriate when discussing clothing size with your customer? A. You look to be about a size XX. B. Have you worn this brand before? What size was most comfortable for you? C. How big are you? D. You wear a bigger size on the bottom than on the top B. Have you worn this brand before? What size was most comfortable for you? How would you handle a situation where a customer wants a brand that you don't carry? A. Convince him that your brands are better B. Get permission from him to show the items you do have that meet his needs C. Tell him that he won't find anything better than what you have D. Smile and listen politely, but don't tell him you don't have his brand; show him your items anyway E. Tell him you don't carry that brand then excuse yourself to serve someone else B. Get permission from him to show the items you do have that meet his needs If your store does not offer the particular product of service the customer is looking for, your first option should always be to: A. Convince the customer he doesn't need it anyway B. Suggest alternatives that your store does carry C. Immediately refer him to a competitor D. Inform him of the drawbacks of the product he is seeking B. Suggest alternatives that your store does carry Which of the following scenarios shows the proper use of a business card? The Salesperson says, A. I'm glad I was able to help you find what you needed today. Here are a few of my cards—be sure to tell your friends and family about me. B. We don't have business cards here, but if you'll give me yours I will call you whenever something interesting comes in. C. If you change your mind and do want some help, here's my card. Just tell the other salespeople that I am already helping you. D. I've enjoyed helping you with your gift selection. Here's my business card in case I can be of further assistance. Feel free to call me directly if you have any questions or special requests. D. I've enjoyed helping you with your gift selection. Here's my business card in case I can be of further assistance. Feel free to call me directly if you have any questions or special requests. Which of the following are acceptable ways to ask a customer's permission to provide alternatives? A. We don't carry that specific brand, but may I suggest ... B. Is that the only brand you were interested in? C. Is there anything else you were looking for? D. We don't recommend that item. May I show you a better product? E. All of the above A. We don't carry that specific brand, but may I suggest... Referring a customer to a competitor will likely result in: A. The customer seeking you out for future needs B. The customer never returning to your store C. A lost sales opportunity for you D. None of the above A. The customer seeking you out for future needs Creating customer loyalty is rewarding for: A. The store B. The sales associate C. The customer D. All of the above D. All of the above What is the BEST way for a sales associate to learn about new merchandise that has just come into your store? A. Read the labels and packaging information on the new product B. Check with co-workers to see what they know about the products C. Ask customers to explain what they know about the products D. Call the manufacturer or vendor and ask about the products. A. Read the labels and packaging information on the new product