When agricultural machines were introduced, a number of industries benefited from them. At the same time, a number of farmers and small organizations that relied on manual labor and traditional methods of agriculture lost their business. In the context of the general environment, this scenario best illustrates the effect of the _____ on organizations.
A) technological component
B) sociocultural component
C) political component
D) economic component

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The scenario describes the introduction and adoption of agricultural machines, which is a technological innovation. This innovation has had an impact on the environment, specifically on organizations that relied on traditional methods of agriculture. Therefore, the effect described in the scenario best illustrates the impact of the technological component on organizations.

When Agricultural Machines Were Introduced, a Number of Industries Benefited