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Shyam bought a pain relieving ointment after seeing it being displayed in the chemist’s shop. The ointment tube was packed in a carboard box. Identify the different levels of packaging of the pain relieving medicine, when it was purchased by Shyam. Also state the functions of packaging. |
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Answer» Following are different levels of packaging of the pain relieving medicine : (a) Primary packaging : Ointment tube. (b) Secondary packaging : Cardboard box. Following are the functions of packaging : 1. Promotion – Attractive packaging induces the customers to purchase the product. Packaging acts as a silent salesman particularly in self-service stores. Packaging is the best advertising medium to boost product image. 2. Protection – Packaging safeguards the product from any kind of damage during transportation and warehousing. Package protects the quality of inner contents from adverse weather conditions. 3. Identification – Packaging creates individuality and helps quick identification. The product gains special and separate existence due to packaging. 4. Use – Packaging greatly helps in the use of the product. The size and shape of the package is designed in such a manner that it is convenient to open, handle and use for the consumers. |
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