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The Paradox of Choice
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The paradox of choice, a concept popularized by psychologist Barry Schwartz, suggests that more options can lead to less satisfaction. While the freedom to choose is fundamental to consumer culture, an overabundance of choicesfrom groceries to electronicscan overwhelm individuals, causing anxiety and decision fatigue. This paradox implies that the vast array of possibilities available today might actually diminish consumer contentment as the fear of making the wrong choice looms large.



Research supports this notion. In an experiment, psychologist Sheena lyengar found that shoppers were more likely to purchase jam when offered 6 varieties instead of 24. The limited selection eased the decision process, reducing the pressure to find the perfect option and making the experience more enjoyable. This phenomenon reveals that fewer choices can sometimes make consumers happier, which is a valuable insight for marketers and retailers aiming to boost satisfaction by curating their offerings.



The paradox also has broader implications. In individualistic cultures, where personal choice is highly valued, the burden of decision-making can be significant. Conversely, collectivist cultures, which often provide fewer choices, report higher levels of contentment. This dynamic suggests that understanding cultural differences in consumer psychology can help businesses optimize their product strategies and enhance overall well-being.

4.The word "curating" in the passage is closest in meaning to

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"1. 题干:文章中“curating”一词的含义最接近哪个选项?(原文:The word ""curating"" in the passage is closest in meaning to) 2. 分析 题目类型: 词汇题 解题策略: 需结合上下文逻辑(商家通过调整产品选项提升满意度),推测“curating”在该语境下的含义。 3. 定位信息理解 原文定位: “marketers and retailers aiming to boost satisfaction by curating their offerings” 信息理解: 前文提到“更少选择让消费者更开心”,因此商家“curating their offerings”是指对产品选项进行筛选、整理,以优化选择范围。 4. 分析选项 (A) eliminating(消除) 分析: “curating”是优化而非完全消除,不符合。 (B) organizing(整理、规划) 分析: 与“筛选、整理产品选项以优化选择范围”的语境一致,是“curating”的近似含义。此为正确答案。 (C) increasing(增加) 分析: 与“减少选择提升满意度”的逻辑矛盾,不符合。 (D) changing(改变) 分析: “curating”是有目的地整理,并非泛泛的“改变”,不符合。"

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