A Firm Is Trying to Determine Whether It Would Be

question 113

Multiple Choice

A firm is trying to determine whether it would be advantageous to adopt a new computer system with advanced software. It is investigating how this computer system will improve its own operational efficiency. It is also examining trends in the industry to determine the impact that adopting this computer system might have on customers and society at large. The firm is engaging in _______________.

• A) monopolistic competition
• B) economic forecasting
• C) self-regulation
• D) environmental analysis
• E) technology assessment

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Definitions:

Conformity

The act of changing one's behavior or beliefs in order to match those of others, typically as a result of real or imagined group pressure.

Door-In-The-Face Technique

A compliance method whereby a large request is made knowing it will be refused so that a subsequent, smaller request is more likely to be accepted.

Large First Request

A persuasion technique where a more significant request is made initially, expected to be refused, followed by a smaller request, which seems more reasonable by comparison.

Social Norms

Unwritten rules that govern the behavior of individuals within a society or group, guiding what is considered acceptable or unacceptable behavior.