Eventually Most Industries Enter a Decline Stage Where

question 62

Multiple Choice

Eventually most industries enter a decline stage where

• A) growth becomes negative.
• B) rivalry among established companies usually decreases.
• C) competitive pressures abate.
• D) excess capacity declines.
• E) demand continues to hold steady.

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