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Level 5 Unit 11 Reading and vocabulary

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  • What is the problem it creates?
    Most consumers are confused and overwhelmed and end up never using the features because they actually prefer things that are simple and convenient.
  • How have Apple products changed over the years?
    They have far more features and functions, in part thanks to the ready availability of apps.
  • What’s function inflation? Give examples.
    Function inflation refers to the fact that modern appliances are being produced with more and more, often unnecessary, functions.
  • Is it driven mainly by consumers or manufacturers?
    It is driven mainly by manufacturers' desire to add value and differentiate themselves although they claim it is in response to consumer demand.
  • What is a focus group?
    A focus group is a sample group of consumers who try out products and give feedback to the manufacturers.
  • How might one single button be used in years to come?
    The single button on a machine of the future could allow the machine to decide what the consumer wants to do.