Which of the following is an example of commodity fetishism?
A)A young man decides to create his own line of footwear to sell online.
B)A teen does not realize how much effort went into the production of her new shoes.
C)A woman decides she really needs to buy certain shoes in order to fit in at her new school.
D)A family decides to downsize,not buy new items,and only shop for used products.

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Commodity fetishism is the social phenomenon where people attribute a mystical or magical quality to commodities, and overlook the human labor that went into producing them. In this scenario, the teen doesn't realize the effort that went into making the shoes and sees them only as a desirable commodity.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Commodity Fetishism