5 Questions
What has the author noticed about the quality of the stuff we buy compared to 10 years ago?
The stuff we buy is just a little bit worse
What prompted the author to start thinking about the decline in product quality?
Their coworker's experience with a bra
What happens to the products the author buys after a few weeks?
They fall apart
What does the author mention as examples of products that tear, break, or explode sooner than they used to?
Coffee machines, phones, computers, sweaters
What are the three main factors mentioned in the text when a company wants to make a thing, like a jacket?
Design, quality, and durability
"Is Quality Declining? Take this Quiz to Find Out!" Discover if the quality of products has indeed decreased over the past decade. Explore different aspects of consumer goods and see if you agree with the notion that everything kind of sucks now. Uncover interesting insights and reflect on your own experiences in this thought-provoking quiz.
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