Social and psychological factors strongly influence the food purchasing habits and eating behaviors of most individuals. What are these factors, and how do they influence a food company's advertising campaigns? Discuss how these social and psychological factors influence consumers' responses to the following new additions to the food market: genetically modified, organic, and natural foods.

What will be an ideal response?


See section 1-5.

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