Department Store Recently Replaced Its Fabric-Covered Chairs with Oversized Leather

question 73

Multiple Choice

department store recently replaced its fabric-covered chairs with oversized leather couches.This was most likely done to

• A) reduce the need to constantly reupholster.
• B) create a more natural environment.
• C) create a more masculine ambiance for male shoppers.
• D) make mothers shopping with small children less nervous.
• E) encourage customers to linger longer.

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