DCA Study Guide 2026
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📋 DCA Exam Format at a Glance
📚 DCA Topics to Study (69)
✍️ Sample DCA Questions & Answers
1. When presenting a diamond, using descriptive, sensory language such as 'Notice how the light dances across every facet' is an example of:
Experiential selling uses vivid, sensory language to help the customer emotionally connect with the product, making the purchase feel personal and memorable.
2. When educating a sales team on ethical sourcing, which statement about the Kimberley Process is accurate?
The KP is a government-administered scheme with the specific, limited goal of preventing rough conflict diamonds from entering legal commerce.
3. On the GIA color grading scale, what letter grade marks the boundary between 'near colorless' and 'faint color' categories?
J is the last grade in the 'near colorless' range (G–J); K begins the 'faint color' range on the GIA scale.
4. A diamond with a 'thick' girdle is considered problematic because it:
An excessively thick girdle adds weight to the diamond without meaningfully increasing its face-up appearance, effectively making the diamond cost more per carat than it looks.
5. After a customer has made a purchase, which post-sale action is MOST important for building long-term loyalty?
A personalized post-sale follow-up reinforces the customer's confidence in their purchase and opens the door to a long-term service relationship that drives referrals and repeat visits.
6. What is the appropriate response to witnessing unethical conduct by a colleague?
Reporting through established channels with proper documentation follows professional obligations to protect public welfare while ensuring due process.