Identify a Social Problem or Issue

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Essay

Identify a social problem or issue.Explain this phenomenon using a structural functionalist approach or lens.Include specific functionalist theories and concepts to explain why the issue "exists and persists."

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Definitions:

Cannibalization

A business strategy where a new product eats into the sales of a company's existing products.

New Product

A new product refers to an item or service that has been recently developed and introduced to the market, offering unique benefits or improvements over existing products.

Retail Chain

A series of retail stores owned and operated by the same company, offering a uniform merchandise set to the public.

Build-To-Order

A manufacturing approach where products are only made after receiving a customer's order, allowing customization.