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Example of Peer Influence on Adolescent Consumer Choices
An 11-year-old girl expresses a desire to shop at a particular store, not because she believes it will make her popular, but because it's where the 'popular kids' shop. She also states that wearing these clothes will make her feel happier, illustrating how peer group alignment and the pursuit of happiness can drive consumer behavior in pre-teens.
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Example of Peer Influence on Adolescent Consumer Choices
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