Chapter 5-7 Flashcards

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What does Click-Through Rate (CTR) measure?

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Measures how often users click on the ad link after seeing it. High CTR indicates ad relevance and strong messaging/creative.

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What is the significance of Conversion Rate in paid social media campaigns?

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Shows how many users completed a desired action (purchase, sign-up) after clicking. Important for evaluating actual ROI and campaign success.

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What do Cost Per Click (CPC) and Cost Per Conversion reveal?

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Reveals how much is being spent for each click or conversion. Helps assess budget efficiency and compare platform performance.

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Define Impressions and Reach in the context of social media advertising.

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Impressions: how many times the ad was shown. Reach: how many unique users saw the ad.

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How is Return on Ad Spend (ROAS) calculated?

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(Revenue – Ad Spend) ÷ Ad Spend. Measures profitability of the campaign.

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How does A/B testing improve ad results?

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Refines performance through testing variations of ads to see which performs better.

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What are the steps marketers should follow in A/B testing?

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  • Define objective
  • Choose one variable
  • Create variants
  • Run test
  • Analyze results
  • Implement winning variant
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What is the primary focus of TikTok advertising?

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Focus on short-form, creative, trending content. Relies on music, storytelling, humor.

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What is the ideal content type for Instagram advertising?

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Visual-heavy content (images, reels, carousels); ideal for aspirational and aesthetic content.

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What types of ads does Facebook support?

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Supports multiple ad types (video, carousel, text-heavy posts).

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What is the basic ROI formula for paid social campaigns?

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(Revenue from Ads – Cost of Ads) ÷ Cost of Ads = ROI

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What is the challenge of multi-touch attribution in ROI calculation?

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A user may interact with multiple ads before converting, complicating ROI attribution.

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What role do visuals play in ad performance?

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Bright, clear, relevant images or videos draw attention in crowded feeds.

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What is a strong Call-to-Action (CTA)?

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Guides user behavior with phrases like ‘Shop Now,’ ‘Learn More,’ ‘Sign Up’.

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What are some advantages of paid ads?

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  • Precise audience targeting
  • Scalable reach
  • Measurable results
  • Fast campaign deployment
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What are common challenges businesses face in paid ads?

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  • High competition
  • Rising CPC
  • Ad fatigue
  • Creative burnout
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What does demographic match entail in platform selection?

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Choose platforms based on where your target audience spends time.

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What is the purpose of retargeting in advertising?

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Targets users who previously visited the website or interacted with an ad but didn’t convert.

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What practices ensure success in retargeting?

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  • Ad personalization
  • Use frequency caps
  • Exclude converted users
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What is the first step in budgeting for social media ads?

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Start with clear objectives (awareness, engagement, or sales).

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How can marketers analyze KPIs to improve social media strategies?

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Look at key metrics (engagement rate, reach, CTR, conversions) to pinpoint underperforming areas.

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What do conversion tracking tools help businesses evaluate?

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Tracks tangible business outcomes and improves understanding of the customer journey.

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What is an example of a short-term KPI?

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Weekly/monthly increases in followers, engagement rates, reach, impressions, or website visits.

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How does audience behavior analysis refine social media content strategy?

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Reveals what users find valuable, allowing for content customization that drives higher interaction.

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What are some common social media KPIs?
* Engagement Rate * Reach and Impressions * Click-Through Rate (CTR) * Follower Growth Rate * Conversion Rate and ROI
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How do tools like Meta Business Suite support social media tracking?
Provides comprehensive data access, tracks the full customer journey, and offers audience insights.
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What insights can audience analytics provide for marketers?
Audience analytics help marketers see what type of people engage most, where they’re from, and what devices they use ## Footnote This data refines targeting strategies.
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How do marketers use performance data to optimize content and budget?
Marketers can test different types of content and see which delivers the best results, adjusting campaigns in real-time based on performance ## Footnote This allows for more effective use of budget.
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What is the purpose of custom reports and dashboards in marketing?
Custom reports and dashboards visualize data in digestible formats for quicker decision-making and enable team collaboration and presentation to stakeholders
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What does social media reporting provide regarding campaign performance?
Social media reporting provides a campaign overview, showing which posts, ads, and platforms delivered results, including visuals, audience engagement, and conversion metrics
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What are the key metrics to include in social media reports?
Key metrics include: * CTR * Engagement rate * Reach * Conversions * ROI * Audience growth * Cost-per-click (CPC)
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How can analytics boost social media engagement?
Analytics can identify engaging content types, track and improve post timing, personalize content based on data, and adjust frequency of posts
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What are some key engagement metrics?
Key engagement metrics include: * Engagement Rate * Share Rate * Save/Bookmark Rate * Comment Sentiment
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What role does AI play in content creation and customer interaction?
AI tools automate content creation, manage customer interactions via chatbots, and utilize predictive analytics for targeting ## Footnote This can save time and enhance customer experience.
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What are the risks associated with AI in marketing?
Risks include dependence on AI, ethical issues like bias, lack of transparency, job displacement, and mishandling of sensitive customer interactions
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How can businesses leverage live streaming on social media?
Businesses can use live streaming for: * Real-time audience interaction * Product demonstrations and tutorials * Event coverage and announcements * Boosting reach and engagement * Post-live repurposing
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What future trends are shaping social media marketing?
Future trends include: * Video-first content growth * Rise of social commerce * Expansion of professional networking on LinkedIn * YouTube Shorts and AI features * Privacy and decentralization
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What are best practices for responding to negative comments on social media?
Best practices include: * Respond quickly and calmly * Acknowledge and apologize if necessary * Offer a practical solution * Take sensitive matters private * Showcase positive resolution
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Why is having a crisis communication plan important for businesses?
A crisis communication plan enables fast and coordinated responses, protects brand reputation, reduces legal and PR risks, and supports recovery and learning
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What are potential impacts of mishandling a social media crisis?
Impacts include: * Loss of customer trust * Negative media and viral spread * Sales and revenue decline
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What are some recovery tactics after a social media crisis?
Recovery tactics include: * Issuing a sincere, well-timed public apology * Implementing corrective actions * Rebuilding with transparency and value