When using a combined product differentiation and$$market segmentation strategy $($e$.$g$.,$Ann Taylor developing the Ann Taylor Loft concept to offer a less expensive product to a younger market segment$),$what question should a firm ask when considering the potential for cannibalization?

a$.$

"Can this action successfully draw customers away from competitors?"

b$.$

"Will the new products compete head$-$to$-$head with those of a competitor?"

c$.$

"Are there enough similiarities$$within the market segment to warrant such high costs?"

d$.$

"Will this action eliminate the need for individualized advertising and promotion?"

e$.$

"Will our new products steal customers or sales from our existing ones?"