1.   Social class is a major behavioural determinant of consumer buying behaviour, and its importance is widely acknowledged by Marketers.

2.   Thus it is not at all surprising to find managers acknowledging the importance of local knowledge.

3.   Announcing the proposals Education Minister Michael Ancram acknowledged the importance of the voluntary sector as a source of independent advice.

4.   As they criticize Democrats, other GOP candidates have also acknowledged the importance of the court.

5.   Before the game, Manager Joe Torre acknowledged the importance of emerging from the doldrums.

6.   But with a victory secure, Toledo acknowledged its importance.

7.   Cuban officials themselves acknowledge the importance of the coveted U.S. market.

8.   Even rival institutions acknowledge the importance of the Cloisters.

9.   In remarks to the Progressive National Baptist Convention, Clinton acknowledged the importance of tobacco to the economies of some Southern states.