Which of the Following Is a Demographic Trend Shaping Consumer

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a demographic trend shaping consumer behavior patterns?

• A) family size is increasing
• B) households increasingly include two primary income providers
• C) birthrates are increasing in the U.S. and Europe
• D) lower levels of consumer affluence in the U.S.
• E) decreasing life expectancy in the U.S.

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