Which statement about the relation between brand terms and general terms is supported by the material?

• A. They strictly refer to specific brands only
• B. They commonly act as generic terms for metal cases
• C. They cannot be used in showroom discussions
• D. They require legal disclaimers

Answer: (B)

Brand terms can become generic terms for a product category when a brand name becomes the common way people refer to the whole class. In funeral merchandising, metal caskets are often discussed using brand-name shorthand, so customers and staff might say “the [brand] casket” to mean any metal casket, not just that brand. This everyday usage shows how a brand term can extend beyond a specific product to represent the entire category, which is why that statement is the best fit. The material supports this by illustrating that brand terms frequently serve as generic references for metal cases in showroom dialogue.