Chapter One: Introduction
1.1 Background of the Study
Animated advertisements are a popular medium used to capture the attention of children and influence their preferences, particularly in the marketing of toys, food, and other child-oriented products. In Offa LGA, Kwara State, animated advertisements have become a key tool for advertisers targeting the younger demographic. According to a study by Adeyemi and Okafor (2024), animated ads are more effective than traditional advertisements in engaging children due to their vibrant visuals, catchy jingles, and storytelling elements. This study explores the effectiveness of animated advertisements in shaping children’s product preferences, focusing on how these advertisements impact children’s purchasing decisions and their preference for certain brands.
1.2 Statement of the Problem
Despite the growing use of animated advertisements aimed at children, there is limited research on how these advertisements influence children's product preferences in rural and semi-urban areas like Offa LGA. While animated advertisements are designed to attract children’s attention, it remains unclear how much influence they have on their actual preferences for specific products. This study seeks to investigate the effectiveness of animated advertisements on children’s product preferences in Offa LGA, Kwara State.
1.3 Objectives of the Study
1. To assess the effectiveness of animated advertisements in influencing children’s product preferences in Offa LGA.
2. To evaluate the impact of animated advertisements on children’s purchasing decisions in Offa LGA.
3. To examine the role of factors such as animation style and product type in shaping children’s preferences in Offa LGA.
1.4 Research Questions
1. How effective are animated advertisements in influencing children’s product preferences in Offa LGA?
2. How do animated advertisements impact children’s purchasing decisions in Offa LGA?
3. What factors influence children’s product preferences in animated advertisements in Offa LGA?
1.5 Research Hypothesis
1. Animated advertisements significantly influence children’s product preferences in Offa LGA.
2. Animated advertisements have a measurable impact on children’s purchasing decisions in Offa LGA.
3. The style and content of animated advertisements mediate children’s preferences for specific products in Offa LGA.
1.6 Significance of the Study
This study is significant as it provides insights into the effectiveness of animated advertisements in shaping children’s product preferences. The findings will be useful for marketers, advertisers, and policymakers in designing age-appropriate and ethical advertising strategies for children in Offa LGA and similar regions.
1.7 Scope and Limitations of the Study
The study focuses on animated advertisements targeting children in Offa LGA, Kwara State. It does not extend to other forms of advertising or other regions.
1.8 Operational Definition of Terms
1. Animated Advertisements: Advertisements that use animation, cartoons, or visual storytelling techniques to promote products or services.
2. Children’s Product Preferences: The tendency of children to favor certain products over others based on exposure to advertisements.
3. Purchasing Decisions: The process by which children, often influenced by advertisements, make decisions regarding the products they want to buy or request from their parents
Chapter One: Introduction
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