What is a prospect in sales?

A potential buyer showing interest.

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  1. A finished sale
  2. A store shelf
  3. A potential buyer showing interest ✔

Why: A prospect is a person or organization expressing interest in acquiring the offered item of value.

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Answer: A potential buyer showing interest. A prospect is a person or organization expressing interest in acquiring the offered item of value.

  1. Sales en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sales
    A person or organization expressing an interest in acquiring the offered item of value is referred to as a potential buyer, prospective customer, or prospect.
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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