Sony's design of its new large-screen television sets with smoked-glass control panel covers and other visual changes would be classified as a(n) ____ modification; changes to make the TV's remote easier to use would be classified as a(an) ___.
A)functional; aesthetic modification
B)aesthetic; functional modification
C)aesthetic; quality modification
D)aesthetic; line extension
E)quality modification; functional modification

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Sony's design of the smoked-glass control panel covers and other visual changes are meant to enhance the aesthetic appeal of the television sets, making it an aesthetic modification. On the other hand, changes to the TV's remote to make it easier to use pertain to the functionality of the product, making it a functional modification. Therefore, option B, which classifies the changes correctly, is the best choice.

Sony's Design of Its New Large-Screen Television Sets with Smoked-Glass