Which of the Following Is NOT One of the Reasons

question 23

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons that fueled the growth of the 1970s consumerism movement?

• A)skyrocketing inflation
• B)automation
• C)deregulation
• D)more informed consumers
• E)surplus labor

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Definitions:

Low-Balling

A sales tactic where an initially low price is offered to lure in customers, only to increase it by revealing additional costs or fees later.

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced by an individual who holds two or more contradictory beliefs, ideas, or values at the same time.

Private Behaviors

Actions that individuals engage in away from the public eye or scrutiny, reflecting personal preferences or desires.

Consistency

The quality of always behaving or performing in a similar way, or the quality of being logical and containing no contradictions.