Apple's iPod has been called "one of the greatest consumer electronics hits of all time." iPods have been sold in huge numbers, and Apple captures a large share of the music player market. This success has attracted many large, resourceful competitors. The iPod is in the ________ stage of the product life cycle.
A) introduction
B) growth
C) maturity
D) decline
E) adoption

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The fact that there are many large, resourceful competitors indicates that the iPod has gone beyond its introduction and growth stages. Additionally, the product has been on the market for over a decade and has reached widespread adoption, suggesting that it has entered its maturity stage. There is no evidence to suggest that it is in decline.

Apple's IPod Has Been Called "One of the Greatest Consumer