According to the Text,why Are Sociologists Interested in Studying Consumerism

question 136

Multiple Choice

According to the text,why are sociologists interested in studying consumerism?

• A)Consumption patterns provide important insights into social life.
• B)Sociologists are responsible for understanding why people have financial problems.
• C)Consumption patterns are largely a matter of personal choice.
• D)Online shopping has become more popular than going to the mall.

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