The Manner in Which the Automatic Washing Machine Became a Symbol

question 16

Multiple Choice

The manner in which the automatic washing machine became a symbol for gender equality supports

• A) technological determinism.
• B) technological optimism.
• C) technological pessimism.
• D) None of the above

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Definitions:

Periodic Inventory System

An inventory accounting system where updates to inventory levels are made at specific intervals, based on physical inventory counts.

Merchandise Inventory

Items that a company intends to sell to customers that are held as assets on the balance sheet.

Cost Of Goods Sold

The direct costs attributable to the production of the goods sold by a company, including materials and labor.

Retail Inventory Method

An accounting method used by retailers to estimate inventory cost by using a cost-to-retail price ratio based on both beginning inventory and purchases during the period.