What Is the First Step in the Product Development Process

question 64

Multiple Choice

What is the first step in the product development process?

• A) project customer needs
• B) generate product ideas
• C) process technology selection
• D) manufacturing system design
• E) marketing plan design

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Definitions:

Dependent Daughters

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AGI

Adjusted Gross Income, which is gross income minus allowable deductions, used to determine taxable income on an individual's federal income tax return.

Modified AGI

Adjusted Gross Income adjusted by adding back certain deductions, often used to determine eligibility for various tax credits and retirement plans.

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