The mixed-effects position suggests that the results of technological change are determined by
A)the cost of the technology.
B)the relative power of the actors involved.
C)the social context in which the technologies are introduced.
D)both a and b
E)both b and c

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The mixed-effects position argues that the outcomes of technological change are not solely determined by the cost of the technology, but also by the social context in which it is introduced and the relative power of the actors who are involved in using and shaping the technology. Therefore, both options b (relative power of actors) and c (social context) are important factors in determining the impact of technological change.

The Mixed-Effects Position Suggests That the Results of Technological Change