Based on a Study of 6,500 Teens in 26 Countries

question 11

Multiple Choice

Based on a study of 6,500 teens in 26 countries, when asked what country had the most influence on their attitudes and purchase behavior, 54 percent of teens from the United States, 87 percent of those from Latin America, 80 percent of the Europeans, and 80 percent of those from Asia named

• A) the United States.
• B) Japan.
• C) the United Kingdom.
• D) France.
• E) China.

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Definitions:

Jeffrey Sachs

An American economist known for his work on sustainable development, poverty alleviation, and as an advisor to governments on economic reforms.

Poverty-stricken Countries

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