Appliances help with the flow of people's households, but some are viewed as more necessary than others. When a refrigerator breaks down owners are apt to replace it in a matter of days, versus a dishwasher, which can be seen as more of a convenience. Consumer Market Insights Expert Heather Koyama takes a look at what owners can't live without when it comes to their appliance needs.
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