Madison Announced to Her Family Last Night That She Wanted

Madison announced to her family last night that she wanted a pair of skates. Her mother Wanda said that Madison deserved a special treat for winning the science fair. Because her father Ned said nothing, Madison knew she was not getting the skates. What were the roles played by family members in the consumer decision-making process?

A) Madison was the influencer, and Ned had no role at all.
B) Madison was the initiator, and Wanda was the decision maker.
C) Madison was an influencer, and Wanda was the decision maker.
D) Madison was the initiator, and Ned was the decision maker.