Which of the Following Would Not Be a Demand and Supply

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would not be a demand and supply characteristic toward the beginning stages of a product's life cycle?

• A) Demand is very uncertain and supply may be unpredictable.
• B) Demand has become more certain and supply is predictable.
• C) Margins are often high and time is crucial to gaining sales.
• D) Product availability is crucial to capturing the market.
• E) Cost is often of secondary consideration.

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