As an Industry Enters the Decline Stage

question 44

Multiple Choice

As an industry enters the decline stage:

• A) growth becomes negative.
• B) rivalry among established companies usually decreases.
• C) competitive pressures abate.
• D) capacity reduces.
• E) demand remains the same.

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Definitions:

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