Even Though the Research and Development Team of Orbiton Computer

question 58

Multiple Choice

Even though the research and development team of Orbiton Computer Inc. came up with promising technological innovations, the innovations could not be commercialized because the employees on the floor lacked the skills to implement or execute them. Thus, Orbiton Computer's failure can be attributed to the lack of

• A) organizational suitability.
• B) technological feasibility.
• C) market responsiveness.
• D) internal capabilities.
• E) economic viability.

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Definitions:

Steroid Hormones

Hormones, such as insect molting hormone, cortisol, and male/female sex hormones, that are derived from cholesterol.

Thyroid Hormones

Hormones, including thyroxin (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), secreted by the thyroid gland; stimulate rate of metabolism.

Surface Receptors

Proteins located on the cell membrane that bind to specific molecules in the cell's external environment, initiating a cellular response.

Second Messengers

Intracellular signaling molecules released by a cell in response to exposure to extracellular signaling molecules, amplifying the signal within the target cell.