Which statement about brand-name usage in showrooms is supported by the material?

• A. They may be used as shorthand for a metal case
• B. They must always be avoided
• C. They are only relevant online
• D. They are required by regulation to be capitalized

Answer: (C)

Brand-name usage in showrooms should be limited to what helps customers search and compare, not to drive in-person decisions. The material treats brand names as having value mainly in online channels, where shoppers filter and seek specific brands and models. In the showroom, focus should be on product attributes like size, finish, materials, and configuration, while brand details belong in online listings, catalogs, and digital marketing where they aid discovery. So the statement that brand names are only relevant online aligns with the idea that physical displays emphasize generic product information and rely on online channels for brand-specific details. The other ideas—always avoiding brand names in showrooms, treating them as only online, or requiring capitalization by regulation—aren’t supported by the material.