While Cell Phones with Holographic Keyboards Are Currently in the Introduction

question 44

Multiple Choice

While cell phones with holographic keyboards are currently in the introduction stage of the industry life cycle,tablet computers are in the growth stage.In the context of this scenario,which of the following statements is true?

• A) The industry for cell phones with holographic keyboards will face greater competition than the tablet industry.
• B) While the industry for cell phones with holographic keyboards will focus on product innovation, the tablet industry will focus on process innovation.
• C) While the industry for cell phones with holographic keyboards can reap the benefits of economies of scale, the tablet industry will experience no such benefits.
• D) The industry for cell phones with holographic keyboards will face price competition, whereas, in the tablet industry, the mode of competition will be non-price.

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