Slate-E Corp., an industrial equipment manufacturer, engages in design adaptability in order to manage the costs of variations. Which of the following is likely to be true in this case?

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Design adaptability means using standard core components that can be easily modified to meet different regional or customer requirements. This approach helps to manage the costs of variations while still allowing some customization. Therefore, it is likely that Slate-E's factory machines have standard core components across the globe. A and D are unlikely because mass producing standard machinery or highly customized equipment would not be consistent with design adaptability. B is not necessarily true because external features may vary based on regional or customer requirements.