'Planned Obsolescence' is a major challenge to sustainable consumption. Which of the following is an example of this?

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A A laptop that can be easily upgraded with new parts.
B A smartphone designed to slow down or break after two years so the user buys a new model.
C A lightbulb that lasts for 20 years.
D A clothing brand that uses recycled polyester.

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Answer: B. A smartphone designed to slow down or break after two years so the user buys a new model.

Explanation: Planned obsolescence is a policy of producing consumer goods that rapidly become obsolete and so require replacing, leading to massive amounts of electronic waste (e-waste).

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'Planned Obsolescence' is a major challenge to sustainable consumption. Which of the following is an example of this?

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