The document discusses market segmentation, targeting, and positioning. It defines key terms and outlines the objectives of segmenting markets, evaluating segments, and selecting target segments. Several bases for segmenting markets are described, including geographic, demographic, psychographic, and behavioral segmentation. Effective segmentation requires segments to be measurable, accessible, substantial, and actionable. The concepts of market targeting, evaluating segments, selecting target segments, and choosing market coverage strategies are also introduced.