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What is a key aspect of the success of usership models in a circular economy?
What is a key aspect of the success of usership models in a circular economy?
- High-quality products that can be easily repaired or upgraded (correct)
- Low-quality products that need frequent replacement
- Products that require exclusive ownership
- Products with limited lifespan and difficult repair processes
Why do some people prefer the idea of renting products instead of owning them in a circular economy?
Why do some people prefer the idea of renting products instead of owning them in a circular economy?
- To contribute to reducing waste and promoting sustainability (correct)
- To have exclusive ownership of items
- To avoid the hassle of product maintenance
- To show off the latest products to friends
What is IKEA's approach towards addressing the furniture waste problem?
What is IKEA's approach towards addressing the furniture waste problem?
- Designing furniture for short lifespans
- Refusing to accept used furniture back
- Rental and refurbishment programs for furniture (correct)
- Encouraging customers to discard furniture irresponsibly
How does IKEA extend the life of its rented products?
How does IKEA extend the life of its rented products?
What motivates IKEA to design its products for longer life and easier repair?
What motivates IKEA to design its products for longer life and easier repair?
What is one of the main goals of testing which parts of furniture are likely to break or wear out first?
What is one of the main goals of testing which parts of furniture are likely to break or wear out first?
Which industry is an example of implementing a product-as-a-service model according to the text?
Which industry is an example of implementing a product-as-a-service model according to the text?
What is a key reason why young people are attracted to usership models?
What is a key reason why young people are attracted to usership models?
What advantage does usership provide businesses like Fairphone and IKEA?
What advantage does usership provide businesses like Fairphone and IKEA?
Why is moving to a usership model beneficial for companies like Fairphone and IKEA?
Why is moving to a usership model beneficial for companies like Fairphone and IKEA?
What trend is likely to continue expanding in response to growing consumer demand for greener products?
What trend is likely to continue expanding in response to growing consumer demand for greener products?
