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What were some of the ways in which the shift toward a commodity culture in the 1950s was initiated?
What were some of the ways in which the shift toward a commodity culture in the 1950s was initiated?
The shift was initiated through the growth of social science research, the establishment of suburban shopping malls, and the introduction of credit cards like American Express, Visa, and Mastercard.
How did the growth of suburban shopping malls contribute to the shift toward a commodity culture?
How did the growth of suburban shopping malls contribute to the shift toward a commodity culture?
Suburban shopping malls made buying products easier by gathering many stores in one place, providing convenience for consumers.
What role did credit cards play in the development of consumer culture in the 1950s and 1960s?
What role did credit cards play in the development of consumer culture in the 1950s and 1960s?
Credit cards, such as American Express, Visa, and Mastercard, offered consumers the option to 'pay with plastic,' making purchasing goods more convenient and accessible.
In what ways did consumer culture infiltrate aspects of home life in the 1950s?
In what ways did consumer culture infiltrate aspects of home life in the 1950s?
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Why have animated characters been particularly suitable for merchandising as part of product design since the 1920s?
Why have animated characters been particularly suitable for merchandising as part of product design since the 1920s?
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