A small child asks his babysitter if he can play "tag." The child means the simple outdoor game wherein one player chases the other players until she can "tag" one of them with her hand to trade roles. However, the babysitter is confused and goes to the entertainment center to look for a DVD or a video game named "Tag." What phenomenon could be responsible for this confusion?

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The phenomenon responsible for this confusion is the commercialization of leisure. The babysitter has been exposed to the idea that entertainment comes in a tangible form, like a DVD or video game, rather than a simple outdoor activity. This mindset has been created by the commercialization of leisure, where companies market products and experiences as the ultimate way to spend one's free time. This has led to a decline in the value placed on simple outdoor activities, like tag, leading to confusion when the babysitter is asked to participate in such an activity.

A Small Child Asks His Babysitter If He Can Play