Which of These Companies Is Demonstrating a First-Mover Advantage

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of these companies is demonstrating a first-mover advantage?

• A) Tide-All Inc. has more than 50 percent market share in the telecom industry, because no other company has invested in this industry before Tide-All Inc.
• B) The first 50 people who respond to the tweet sent out by Hal's Hamburgers receive a $5 coupon they can use on their next order.
• C) The level of satisfaction Simon experienced when dining at the Tasty Cafe was highest the first time but reduced each time he dined there.
• D) Innovative Creations Inc. was the first to exit the declining pager phone manufacturing industry and as a result, it avoided losing a lot of money.
• E) Jenna has been asked to review the mascara she bought from AllWell Beauty. Her feedback will help the company improve the product.

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