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Garment Industry Labor Conditions Quiz

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What is the main cause of the poor working conditions in the garment industry?

The industry-wide pressure for low prices and fast production (correct)
The unwillingness of factory owners to improve working conditions
The lack of government regulations in the garment industry
The absence of skilled labor in the garment industry

Why do clothing brands need to change their purchasing practices according to the text?

To shift the responsibility for poor working conditions to the factories
To promote social responsibility and improve working conditions for supply chain workers (correct)
To increase their profits at the expense of workers' wages
To speed up the production process and reduce costs

What is the main characteristic of the clothes produced by fast fashion companies like Shein, according to the text?

Expensive and durable
Trendy and short-lived (correct)
High-quality and long-lasting
Sustainable and eco-friendly

What does the fast fashion industry aim to achieve?

Mass-produce low-cost clothing inspired by recent catwalk trends (D) Signup and view all the answers

What are the three potential deficiencies in the fast fashion industry identified in the study?

Insufficient corporate social responsibility, environmental damage, and lack of sensitivity in design (B) Signup and view all the answers

What business model is followed by the fast fashion industry?

Copying recent catwalk trends, mass-producing low-cost clothing, and shipping quickly to retail stores (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does Shein differ from other fast fashion brands in terms of its supply chain?

Shein handles the entire supply chain on its own, from design to manufacturing. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What sets Shein apart from other fast fashion brands in terms of new product creation?

It can produce items in less than three days when a trend is identified. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor contributing to the increasing attraction of young consumers to Shein?

Shein's products are cheaper than those of other fast fashion brands like Zara and Amazon. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Shein's approach to fashion accessibility?

Shein aims to reach every type of customer and ensure they can enjoy fashion, irrespective of their economic situation. (D) Signup and view all the answers

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