The development of today's consumer culture requires that people continually desire and purchase new goods and services. This contrasts with the frugality and modesty of the so-called "Protestant ethic" of the past and represents a shift in cultural values. Which of the following bears the MOST responsibility for this shift?
a) the marketing and educational industries
b) the advertising and financial services industries
c) the credit card and fashion industries
d) the banking and loan industries
Ans: b) the advertising and financial services industries
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