d) Women have always worn trousers when performing work-related activities. In 1914, however, fashion magnate and influencer Coco Chanel turned women’s trousers into afashion staple: a garment that could be worn for formal events, as well as for merefunction. How does this affect the market for women’s trousers? Explain using a diagram. (e) In 1839, Charles Goodyear invented a new method of processing natural rubber, which eventually led to the first rubber condoms being produced in 1855. Prior to this, condoms were made of treated linens, animal bladders, or fine leather. How does this affect the market for condoms? Explain using a diagram

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d) Women have always worn trousers when performing work-related activities. In 1914, however, fashion magnate and influencer Coco Chanel turned women’s trousers into afashion staple: a garment that could be worn for formal events, as well as for merefunction. How does this affect the market for women’s trousers? Explain using a diagram.

(e) In 1839, Charles Goodyear invented a new method of processing natural rubber, which eventually led to the first rubber condoms being produced in 1855. Prior to this, condoms were made of treated linens, animal bladders, or fine leather. How does this affect the market for condoms? Explain using a diagram. 

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