Susan Markowitz is analyzing potential markets where Markowitz Tools can sell its products, and she has narrowed her search to three markets. Country A is a developing country with a low literacy rate, Country B has a group$-$oriented culture, and Country C is a highly developed nation.

Which of the following methods would be most appropriate for conducting primary market research in Country A$?$

Select one:

a$.$ verbal questioning

b$.$ written surveys

c$.$ consumer panels

d$.$ Internet research