During the Introduction Stage of the Product Life Cycle

question 168

Multiple Choice

During the introduction stage of the product life cycle,

• A) "me-too" products quickly take market share away from the innovator.
• B) most products achieve intensive distribution.
• C) industry profits are at their highest.
• D) promotion is likely to be needed to build primary demand.
• E) None of these alternatives is true.

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