Use the sociological perspective to explain the effect of Walmart and other "big-box" stores on local communities. What role have credit cards played in the expansion of "big-box" stores?
What will be an ideal response?
The following are suggested areas for students to address in their essays: Describe a brief history of Walmart.
Explain, in general, how Walmart grew from a small-scale, regional operation to a global empire.
Discuss the role of credit cards in the development of "big-box" stores. Be sure to include an analysis of how credit cards are aimed at young people and those with limited incomes.
Students might include personal experiences shopping at "big-box" stores and their use of credit cards.
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