The degree of external search increases as purchasing behavior moves from routine to limited to extended problem solving.

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As purchasing behavior moves from routine (habitual) to limited (some research) to extended problem solving (extensive research), the degree of external search typically increases because consumers spend more time and effort gathering information and evaluating alternatives for more complex and high-involvement decisions.

The Degree of External Search Increases as Purchasing Behavior Moves