Apple Has Reemerged as a Significant Player in the Computer

question 6

Multiple Choice

Apple has reemerged as a significant player in the computer industry. This regeneration has been attributed mainly to what capability?

• A) Cost control
• B) Economies of scale
• C) Innovation
• D) Monopoly power

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