Which of the Following Stages of the New-Product Development Process

question 89

Multiple Choice

Which of the following stages of the new-product development process is the first filter in the new-product development process and serves to eliminate new-product ideas that are inconsistent with the organization's new-product strategy or are obviously inappropriate for some other reason?

• A) applied diffusion
• B) introductory diffusion
• C) business analysis
• D) test marketing
• E) idea screening

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Definitions:

Federal System

A form of government in which power is divided between a central authority and several regional or state governments.

Unitary Systems

A form of government where a single central authority has the ultimate power, with any administrative divisions (if they exist) subservient to it.

Confederal Systems

Political structures in which states or regions retain considerable independence and powers, with the central government exercising only limited authority, primarily in foreign affairs and defense.

Dual Federalism

A governmental system where authority is split between national and state levels as per explicitly outlined terms, with state authorities implementing their designated powers without obstruction from the national government.