Describe 3 ways in which built-in obsolescence affects the society.

As some products are designed with a limited lifespan, companies can use cheaper parts for their production.Repairing products is often more expensive than replacing them, which has caused the society to grow with a throw-away culture.Due to the rapid changes in fashion and trend, many items become aesthetically obsolete, challenging designers to produce with a more innovative mind.

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