Firms Will Only Adopt More Automated Methods of Production When

question 47

Multiple Choice

Firms will only adopt more automated methods of production when

• A) they reduce the need for workers.
• B) they lower production costs.
• C) they lengthen the production process.
• D) other firms in the industry are doing it.

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