Advertising Throughout American History: Ad Analysis

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Throughout American history many companies have used different techniques to attract the typical consumer. Some companies might use celebrities, actors, or models to showcase their products. The goal for these companies, or producers is to find a way to make people purchase what they are selling. The left side of the ad shows the actor Klara Kristin in a seductive position trying to show that if you purchase some Calvin Klein underwear you could also be

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