When Mr$.$Thompson invented his high$-$tech ski gear, he knew during the introductory stage$$

A$.$

sales would be low, profits would be high, and all potential skiers would jump at the opportunity to buy his product

B$.$

sales would be low and profits nonexistent, but he would attract ski equipment innovators.

C$.$

sales would rise quickly, profits would jump, and even laggards would buy his product.

D$.$

sales would slow down, profits would peak, and early adopters of ski equipment would be his major customers

E$.$

sales would level off, profits would decline, and mature skiers would be attracted to his product