Which of the Following Statements About Planned Obsolescence Is True

question 18

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about planned obsolescence is true?

• A) Planned obsolescence describes the practice of causing products to become obsolete before they actually need replacement.
• B) Opponents of planned obsolescence argue that the practice is wasteful and unethical.
• C) Marketers may avoid making quality,safety,and functional modifications to existing products to incorporate planned obsolescence into their marketing plans.
• D) Consumers favor style modifications because they like changes in the appearance of goods such as clothing and cars.
• E) All of the above statements about planned obsolescence are true.

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