Thorstein Veblen coined the term ______, which refers to the fact that the wealthy enjoy showing off their wealth, such as driving around their neighborhood in luxury automobiles.
A. conspicuous consumption
B. conspicuous leisure
C. hyperconsumption
D. conscious consumerism
Answer: A
Sociology
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What will be an ideal response?
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