Question

The fact that your cell phone is using outdated technology within a year or two of purchase is an example of ____________.
the conflict perspective
conspicuous consumption
media
planned obsolescence

Answer 1

Answer:

Planned obsolescence

Explanation:

Planned obsolescence is a policy of designing a product in such a way that it becomes obsolete (ready to be replaced) within a short period of time.

The replacement cycle is short, meaning that the long term sales volumes are high because of repeated purchases.

Traditionally durable goods, such as cameras or TVs are of short shelf-life now and there is no point in replacing them as the repair price is higher than a new product.