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Sociology of Consumption Quiz
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According to the theory of conspicuous consumption, what is the primary motivation for consumers to purchase goods and services?
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To demonstrate social status
💡 Explanation:
Conspicuous consumption is a term coined by Thorstein Veblen to describe the practice of purchasing goods and services in order to display one's wealth and social status.