In the Maturity Stage, Aggregate Industry Demand Begins to Slow

question 1

Multiple Choice

In the maturity stage, aggregate industry demand begins to slow and the markets are becoming

• A) less competitive.
• B) less equally balanced.
• C) saturated.
• D) attractive to new adopters.

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