When major chain retailers avoid placing stores in disadvantaged neighborhoods,they are accused of the discriminatory practice of ________.
A) perceived obsolescence
B) reverse redlining
C) redlining
D) puffery
E) planned obsolescence

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Redlining is the discriminatory practice of denying or avoiding services, such as banking or retail stores, to certain neighborhoods or communities, often based on race or socio-economic status. When major chain retailers avoid placing stores in disadvantaged neighborhoods, they are engaging in redlining. Option A (perceived obsolescence) refers to the practice of intentionally designing products to become outdated or less desirable over time, while option B (reverse redlining) refers to the practice of targeting disadvantaged neighborhoods with predatory lending practices or selling overpriced goods and services. Option D (puffery) refers to the practice of making exaggerated or false claims about a product or service in advertising, while option E (planned obsolescence) is the intentional practice of designing products with a limited lifespan to encourage frequent replacement.

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