Florida Gulf Coast University Sociology Discussion
Main Post:
- Post your “Main Post”. This will include the following 4 things in a single post and please number your answers 1-4.
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- What was the definition given in Chapter 9 for the term ‘Conspicuous consumption’? Explain the concept in your own words.
- Name a) an automobile brand (model or manufacturer) and b) a clothing brand (or accessory) that you feel are good examples of conspicuous consumption.
- Do you think that food in some cases/situations/types could also be an example of conspicuous consumption? Explain.
- Write your own question for another student to answer. DO NOT ANSWER THE QUESTION YOURSELF. You can write a question about a concept, term, study or anything described or explained in Chapter 9 of your text.