By the time BMW and Mercedes-Benz entered the mini-SUV market, there were many competitors, sales had peaked, and profits were declining. These firms entered the market during the ________ stage of the product life cycle.

A. leveling
B. maturity
C. growth
D. decline
E. introduction


Answer: B

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a. reasonable circumstances. b. sole discretion. c. honest representation. d. good faith.

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