Related to the Way a Consumer's Culture Shapes His or Her

question 44

Multiple Choice

Related to the way a consumer's culture shapes his or her tastes and preferences is the concept of cultural capital, which is the

• A)value that a culture places on certain consumption practices and objects.
• B)particular pattern of consumption that depends on fiscal stability.
• C)financial investment needed to create a brand.
• D)financial value of cultural icons like animated characters.

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Definitions:

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