James, a middle-aged man, found his bride through an online international service.The website posted photographs and descriptions of prospective brides.James had to choose a wife and pay a fee to the website for selecting her.This scenario is an example of the ________ industry.
A) speed dating
B) professional matchmaker
C) mail-order bride
D) classified advertisement

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The scenario describes the process of a man selecting a bride from a website and paying a fee for the service. This aligns with the concept of the mail-order bride industry, where men pay to select a bride through a third-party service. Speed dating typically involves in-person meetings, professional matchmaking involves personalized services and support, and classified advertisements do not involve a paid third-party service.

James, a Middle-Aged Man, Found His Bride Through an Online