The Family Life Cycle Concept Refers to

question 150

Multiple Choice

The family life cycle concept refers to

• A)the distinct phases a family progresses through from the birth of children to when the children leave home,each phase bringing with it identifiable purchasing behaviors.
• B)the distinct phases a family progresses through from the birth of children to retirement,each phase bringing with it identifiable purchasing behaviors.
• C)the distinct phases a blended family progresses through from marriage to separation,divorce,and remarriage,each phase bringing with it identifiable purchasing behaviors.
• D)the distinct phases a family progresses through from formation to retirement,each phase bringing with it identifiable purchasing behaviors.
• E)the intergenerational purchasing habits and product preferences that are passed down from one generation to the next.

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Definitions:

Government Intervention

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