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Selects: Planned Obsolescence: Engine of the Consumer Economy

Sep 25, 2021 · 55m
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  • Planned obsolescence makes products less durable over time.
  • This concept drives consumerism and creates waste.
  • Investigate the history and impact of built-in product decay.

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