Companies faced with higher cost for raw materials often find that a decision needs to be made. Continue production as-is and lose money if the price for the item isn't increased; keep on manufacturing but raise the price or alter the product itself to reduce the cost of making it. Do you think most consumers are understanding in the current environment when it comes to manufacturers downsizing and/or raising prices on established brand products?

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