"Because Apple competes in markets where there is much technological change, the company's leaders believe that the individuals who are best able to select which products are most likely to succeed are $\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_."$

Option A

general managers

Option B

individuals with technical expertise

Option C

senior vice$-$presidents

Option D

the CEO and his$/$her direct reports

Option E

individuals who are on the front lines with customers