Sony's Design of Its New Plasma Television Sets with Smoked-Glass

question 160

Multiple Choice

Sony's design of its new plasma television sets with smoked-glass control panel covers and other visual changes would be classified as a(n) ____ modification.

• A) functional
• B) quality
• C) product extension
• D) brand
• E) aesthetic

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Definitions:

Hegemony

The dominance of one group over others, often exercised through a combination of political, economic, and cultural means.

Symbolic Culture

The aspect of culture that includes nonmaterial cultural elements such as symbols, language, norms, and values that represent the ideas and beliefs of a society.

Counterculture

A counterculture refers to a cultural group or movement that rejects or challenges the dominant societal values and norms.

Militia Group

An armed organization composed of non-professional soldiers who may be called upon for military service during times of emergency; some groups self-identify with political or social causes.