When an automobile manufacturer learned that it took longer than any other manufacturer to assemble a vehicle, it purchased newer, more flexible manufacturing systems to replace its older ones. Which stage of the technology cycle is illustrated in the scenario?
A)Technological adaptation
B)The era of dominant design
C)The technological growth stage
D)Entropy
E)Discontinuous change

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The scenario illustrates "Discontinuous change," where the manufacturer adopts new technology to significantly improve its processes, replacing older systems with newer, more efficient ones.

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