5. When DEKA Research developed its IBOT wheelchair, it had to create its own ba

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5. When DEKA Research developed its IBOT wheelchair, it had to create its own bal bearing because no other company could supply it. What late mover advantage could be realized after other suppliers figured out how to create the ball bearings? a benefit from the ability to free ride on investments that the first mover makes in creating supply infrastructure and distribution channels b. design of products that corrects the mistakes that the first mover made in meeting customer demand c. eapfrogging ahead of the first mover's technology d. benefit from the investments in R&D; that the first mover has made

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5. b. Design of products that corrects the mistakes that the first mover made in meeting customer demand.

The late mover or the second mover will get to know of the developments and requirements of the customers and that will also help them in developing their product accordingly.

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