Which retail payment innovation of the 1950s was initially marketed as the 'Fresno Drop' and fundamentally changed consumer spending habits worldwide?

The history of retail payment systems reflects broader economic and technological transformations throughout human history. From barter systems to complex digital transactions, how payments are processed has fundamentally shaped retail business models and customer experiences. This poll explores a pivotal moment in retail payment history that revolutionized how consumers shop and how merchants operate. Test your knowledge about a payment innovation that transformed retail landscapes worldwide.

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The universal barcode system
The Diners Club charge card (first universal credit card)
The first electronic cash register by NCR
Installment payment plans ('layaway' systems)