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question 20 (1 point) Ivan, a scientist, invented a method of using solar energy

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Question

question 20 (1 point)

Ivan, a scientist, invented a method of using solar energy to power electrical devices. However, the cost of using the method on a large scale was prohibitive. Hence, his invention was not adopted by his target customers. The lack of _____ was the reason for the failure of his invention.

Question 20 options:

organizational suitability

technological feasibility

economic viability

social adaptability

political suitability

organizational suitability

technological feasibility

economic viability

social adaptability

political suitability

Explanation / Answer

Answer:

Economic Viability

It is an important aspect for any large scale scientific innovation because its commercialization can not be adopted due to higher cost involved . It lacks assessment of economic conditions to the target customers.