People will prioritize materialism more when (Hint: From the video "The High Price of Materialism,") Group of answer choices the economy is growing quickly. the economy is in a recession. they are contented. they are exposed to mass media.
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They might choose to save or invest their money instead. Secondly, when the economy is in a recession, people are more likely to cut back on their spending and prioritize basic needs over material possessions. Show more…
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