The sociologist who focused on the patterns of consumption and how the wealthy display their wealth is:
A) Émile Durkheim
B) Max Weber
C) Thorstein Veblen
D) Karl Marx

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Thorstein Veblen is known for his studies on the leisure class and conspicuous consumption, which refers to the way in which individuals display their wealth through their purchasing patterns and material possessions.

The Sociologist Who Focused on the Patterns of Consumption and How