A Major Class Difference Involves the Worldview of Consumers

question 53

Multiple Choice

A major class difference involves the worldview of consumers. These behaviours are typical of working classes EXCEPT:

• A) they evaluate products in utilitarian terms, such as comfort or sturdiness
• B) they envy higher social classes and try to maintain the appearance of a high- status lifestyle
• C) their buying behaviour is dictated by immediate or short- term needs
• D) they have a more intimate and constricted view of the world, involving their relatives and community
• E) their vacation trips tend to be short and nearby

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Definitions:

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