When gutter shields were developed,they replaced gutter cleaning services hired by homeowners wishing to keep leaves and debris out of their gutters.In other words,the same need was met by an entirely new technology.This is an example of a(n) _____ technology.
A) complementary
B) component
C) discontinuous
D) incremental

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A discontinuous technology refers to a new technology that entirely replaces an existing technology or creates a new market. In this case, gutter shields replaced the traditional gutter cleaning services, indicating a replacement of an existing technology with a new one.

When Gutter Shields Were Developed,they Replaced Gutter Cleaning Services Hired