Understanding Shrinkflation

Understanding Shrinkflation

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jennifer Brown

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is shrinkflation?

A way to improve product packaging

A method of increasing the nutritional value of products

A strategy where companies reduce product sizes while keeping prices the same

A tactic where companies increase product sizes but lower prices

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which character is mentioned as raising awareness about shrinkflation?

Cookie Monster

Elmo

Oscar the Grouch

Big Bird

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What other products, besides cookies, are affected by shrinkflation?

Only clothing and apparel

Only luxury items

Only electronic gadgets

Everyday items like paper towels and cereal

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can consumers combat shrinkflation?

By avoiding social media

By ignoring product sizes

By buying more expensive brands

By being aware and checking product sizes

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one suggested action for consumers to take against shrinkflation?

Only purchase imported goods

Stop buying snacks altogether

Speak up on social media or directly to companies

Boycott all brands