The belief that it is unpatriotic or even morally wrong to purchase foreign products is found among some segments of Japanese society. Japanese who hold such views are described as being __________________.
A) Consumer ethnocentric
B) Technological laggards
C) Localized
D) Culturally grounded

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The term "consumer ethnocentrism" refers to the belief that one's own country's products are superior and that it is wrong to buy products from other countries. This best describes the attitude of the Japanese who believe it is unpatriotic or morally wrong to purchase foreign products. Option B, technologically laggards, is irrelevant to the context. Option C, localized, does not adequately capture the belief or attitude towards buying foreign products. Option D, culturally grounded, is too generic and can be applied to many different aspects of Japanese culture, so it is not the best answer.

The Belief That It Is Unpatriotic or Even Morally Wrong