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Retail Revolution: The Birth of Barcodes
Before digital price tags and contactless payments, there was a technological innovation that revolutionized retail forever. In the early 1970s, a new system promised to transform checkout lines and inventory management across the retail industry. This innovation would eventually save retailers billions and become so ubiquitous that we barely notice it today. Test your knowledge about this pivotal moment in retail technology history!
Which product became the first item ever scanned with a UPC barcode scanner in a retail store in 1974?
Poll Type: Trivia | Total Votes: 0
| Option | Votes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| {'choice_text': "A 10-pack of Wrigley's Juicy Fruit chewing gum", 'is_correct': True} | 0 | 0% |
| {'choice_text': 'A carton of Marlboro cigarettes', 'is_correct': False} | 0 | 0% |
| {'choice_text': 'A bottle of Coca-Cola', 'is_correct': False} | 0 | 0% |
| {'choice_text': 'A loaf of Wonder Bread', 'is_correct': False} | 0 | 0% |