Consumerism Flashcards

(20 cards)

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What is consumerism?

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A social and economic order encouraging the acquisition of goods and services.

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What is individual consumer behaviour?

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The choices one person makes when buying goods or services.

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What is collective consumer behaviour?

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Buying patterns shared by a group of people.

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How does marketing affect consumer behaviour?

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It influences decisions and creates perceived needs.

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What is advertising?

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Promoting products or services to attract consumers.

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What is brand loyalty?

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Preference for a particular company’s products over competitors.

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What is planned obsolescence?

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Designing products to have a limited lifespan so consumers buy more.

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What is a consumer boycott?

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Refusing to buy products to protest a company’s actions.

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What is consumer protection?

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Laws and policies that protect buyers from fraud or unsafe products.

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10
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What is quality of life?

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The standard of health

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How does consumerism affect the environment?

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Overproduction and waste can harm ecosystems.

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What is ethical consumerism?

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Making purchasing choices based on values like sustainability or fairness.

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13
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What is the underground economy?

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Economic activity not reported to avoid taxes or regulations.

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14
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What is a product label?

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Information on packaging about ingredients

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15
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What is a warranty?

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A guarantee by the manufacturer about product quality.

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16
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What is comparative shopping?

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Comparing prices and quality before buying.

17
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What is credit?

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Borrowed money used to make purchases.

18
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What is debt?

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Money owed by a consumer.

19
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What is savings?

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Money set aside for future use.

20
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What is informed choice?

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Making purchasing decisions based on research and knowledge.