Marilyn goes to the mall to buy a few things because she is feeling depressed and she knows that purchasing a few nice things will make her feel better. What is Marilyn engaged in?

A) rationalization
B) cultural diffusion
C) consumerism
D) production

Production

Is the human capacity to make and use the tools and technology that improve our ability to take what we want from nature.

Consumerism

A social and economic order that encourages the purchase of goods and services in ever-greater amounts.

Cultural Diffusion

The spread of cultural beliefs and social activities from one group to another, blending and integrating different cultural practices.