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In the Idea Screening Phase of a New Product Development

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In the idea screening phase of a new product development process, a firm finds that it lacks the resources and expertise necessary to produce the product. Which of the following is the best course of action for the firm?


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Residual Value

The estimated value that an asset will have at the end of its useful life.

Economic Life

The period over which an asset is expected to be productive or provide economic benefits.

Operating Lease

A lease agreement allowing a company to use an asset without ownership, with lease payments expensed as incurred.

Capital Leases

A lease agreement that grants the lessee almost all the risks and benefits of ownership of the asset leased.

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