• mrgoosmoos@lemmy.ca
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    no, what I’m asking is how a ready to eat food product that is cheaper than the raw materials alternative is considered a luxury in this context

    I understand that ready to eat food itself is somewhat of a luxury, but that is not what is being discussed - what is being discussed is the cost of the food.

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      9 hours ago

      is fast food a luxury or a necessity?

      this is a version of fast food. that’s why it’s a luxury.

      it’s also a factor of true cost vs the fact these are sold at a loss and understanding the psychology therein that gets people to buy more than they otherwise would.

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        5 hours ago

        no, what I’m asking is how a ready to eat food product that is cheaper than the raw materials alternative is considered a luxury in this context

        I understand that ready to eat food itself is somewhat of a luxury, but that is not what is being discussed - what is being discussed is the cost of the food.

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      No no, you see when you pay any amount beyond what is absolutely necessary to survive then you are spoiled by luxury. /S