Which of the Following Products at the Time of Its

question 170

Multiple Choice

Which of the following products at the time of its introduction was the best example of a discontinuous innovation?

• A) DVD player
• B) disposable lighters
• C) instant light charcoal
• D) liquid laundry detergent
• E) automatic dishwashers

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Robert Merton

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