Which Phase of a Technology Cycle Is Characterized by Technological

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which phase of a technology cycle is characterized by technological substitution and design competition?

• A)technological adaptation  
• B)the era of dominant design  
• C)the technological growth stage  
• D)discontinuous change

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