Introduction
It is a well-known fact that consumer goods have been increasingly cheaper in recent years. Despite some obvious benefits associated with
this
phenomenon, they fail to justify the overwhelming flaws.Linking Words
Body paragraph 1
On the one hand, there are two primary advantages to the greater affordability of existing product lines.
First
, since more and more people can afford now basic necessities, living standards have vastly improved. In fact, many households are currently able to purchase a television and refrigerator that meet their needs for entertainment and food storage. Linking Words
Second
, when commodities are offered at lower prices, public purchasing power is boosted and Linking Words
this
drives economic growth. With prosperous economic, government is well-placed to collect more taxes and invest Linking Words
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money in key fields, Linking Words
such
as education and health care.Linking Words
Body paragraph 2
On the other hand
, the glaring drawbacks of the rise of low-priced merchandise far outweigh these aforementioned positives. By using cheaper quality products, the public risks compromising their well-being. Some manufacturers are likely to resort to utilizing substandard materials and skipping many steps in the production process as a way to cut costs, resulting in lower safety levels for consumers. Linking Words
Furthermore
, if the trend towards affordable items is accelerated, labour exploitation will rampant. In China’s emerging sweatshop, Linking Words
for example
, underpaid workers have to work long hours in appalling working condition to produce ever-cheaper garments and electronic gadgets.Linking Words
Conclusion
In conclusion, society as a whole has more to lose than gain from the cheapening of goods.
However
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this
development is almost inevitable, given the present emphasis on catering for growing consumption demands and achieving economic Linking Words
prospering
.Suggestion
prosperity