In an information society, owning a basic cell phone with no smart features may put someone at a disadvantage.This person may experience ______________ poverty compared to those who can afford smart phones.

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Relative poverty refers to a situation where an individual or group lacks the resources and capabilities to participate fully in society, in this case, the ability to access information and communication technologies. A basic cell phone may provide some connectivity but not the level of access and capability that a smartphone would provide. Therefore, in comparison to those who have smartphones, someone who owns only a basic cell phone could be considered relatively poor in a technological sense.

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