As It Relates to R&D, the Imitation Problem Is That

question 115

Multiple Choice

As it relates to R&D, the imitation problem is that

• A) patents, copyrights, and trademarks hinder imitation and thus limit economically desirable diffusion.
• B) brand names create entry barriers for would-be competitors.
• C) diffusion of innovation occurs more slowly than is desirable from society's perspective.
• D) a firm's rivals may be able to copy its new product or process innovation, reducing the original firm's return on R&D.

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Definitions:

Jean Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development, particularly his theory of cognitive development.

Cognitive Development

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Piaget's Theory

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Abstract Reasoning

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