Which of the following is an example of creative destruction?
A)An economic recession forces firms out of business.
B)Automobile production causes the wagon industry to shut down.
C)Apple earns more economic profits than other manufacturers of MP3 players.
D)Starbucks shuts down stores to create greater demand for its remaining outlets.

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Creative destruction refers to the process where new innovations lead to the demise of older industries or technologies. The automobile production causing the wagon industry to shut down is a classic example of this concept.

Which of the Following Is an Example of Creative Destruction