Carl Purchased a 32-Inch Flat-Screen High-Definition Television When They First

Carl purchased a 32-inch flat-screen high-definition television when they first came out and paid $10,000. He knew the price would drop over time, but he wanted to be one of the first consumers to have the new television. Carl is best described as a(n) _____ with respect to this product.

A) early adopter
B) innovator
C) early majority
D) leader
E) primary consumer