Document Type

Article

Publication Date

2014

Abstract

This research investigates that brand differentiation creating superior values can be achieved not only by adding meaningful attributes but also meaningless attributes, which is called “trivial attribute effect.” Two studies provided empirical evidences as following; first, trivial attribute effect creates a strong brand differentiation even after subjects realize that trivial attribute has no value. Second, trivial attribute effect is more pronounced in hedonic service category compared to the utilitarian category. Last, the amount of willingness to pay is higher when trivial attribute is presented and evaluated in joint evaluation mode than separate evaluation mode. Finally, we conclude with discussion and provide suggestions for further research.

Publisher's Statement

© 2014 Canadian Center of Science and Education. Publisher's version of record: http://dx.doi.org/10.5539/ijms.v6n5p63

Publication Title

International Journal of Marketing Studies

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