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Record 1 2018-06-06

English

Subject field(s)
  • Merchandising Techniques
  • Real Estate
CONT

Functional obsolescence is a reduction in the usefulness or desirability of an object because of an outdated design feature, usually one that cannot be easily changed. The term is commonly used in real estate, but has a wide application.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Techniques marchandes
  • Immobilier
CONT

[...] l'obsolescence peut être divisée en deux grands types : obsolescence fonctionnelle (technique); obsolescence psychologique (désir et modes) [...]

Spanish

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