The Influence of Price Promotion and Discounts on Sales

Study at A Medical Device Company in Medan City

Authors

  • Rifqah Harahap Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi IBMI Medan Author
  • Anita Situmorang Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Ekonomi IBMI Medan Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55208/f747cd87

Keywords:

Promotion, Discounts, Sales

Abstract

This study aimed to determine the effect of promotions and price discounts on sales. This research uses quantitative methods. The population in this study is all consumers at a medical device company in Medan City from April to June 2020, totaling 355 buyers. The research sample is 100 consumers, and the determination technique uses random sampling. Data collection methods in this study used observation, interviews, questionnaires, and documentation. The data analysis method used in this study is multiple linear regression analysis. The results showed that partial promotions and price discounts positively and significantly affected sales. Simultaneously promotions and price discounts have a positive and significant effect on sales. In testing the adjusted R square coefficient of determination of 90.4%, the variable promotions and price discounts affect sales.

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Published

25-05-2023

How to Cite

Harahap, R., & Situmorang, A. (2023). The Influence of Price Promotion and Discounts on Sales: Study at A Medical Device Company in Medan City. Jurnal Ekonomi, Bisnis & Entrepreneurship, 17(1), 26-34. https://doi.org/10.55208/f747cd87