David and Melanie Are Expecting Their First Baby

question 23

Multiple Choice

David and Melanie are expecting their first baby. They decorate a nursery and prepare themselves by buying toys and baby essentials. Which of the following symbolic consumer behaviors is illustrated in this scenario?

• A) Symbol development
• B) Brand image association
• C) Social role reversal
• D) Role transition ritual
• E) Divestment ritual

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