Daijah Creates a Prototype That Demonstrates All of the Features

question 89

Multiple Choice

Daijah creates a prototype that demonstrates all of the features her product will have in the next 10 years.Yet, she will not be able to launch this version for quite some time due to the technical issues with manufacturing.However, using the futuristic prototype, she assesses interest in the product and believes that, with these results, she can launch the product.What would you caution Daijah?

• A)The prototype is adequate for this assessment both now and for the future.
• B)The prototype does not communicate what the product looks like or how it works at launch, thus, is invalid for the current launch.
• C)Prototypes do not need to be working modes, so the prototype is fine for the short term.
• D)Customers will be excited that they are participating in the evolution of the product.

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Definitions:

Internal Locus

Internal Locus refers to a belief that individuals control their own destiny and outcomes are a result of their actions rather than external factors.

External Locus

A belief system or psychological orientation that attributes success or failure to external factors beyond one's control.

Control

In management and organizational contexts, refers to the processes and systems in place that ensure activities and outputs meet the organization’s objectives and standards.

Consumer Decision

The process by which individuals select, purchase, use, and dispose of goods and services, influenced by various personal and environmental factors.