Consumption for the sake of displaying one's wealth is called _____

a. conspicuous consumption
b. conspicuous austerity
c. economic posturing
d. financial reciprocity


Ans: a. conspicuous consumption

Sociology

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a. true b. false

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What will be an ideal response?

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