Which of the following is not a good example of a substitute product that triggers stronger competitive pressures?
A)a salad as a substitute for French fries
B)wireless phones as a substitute for wired telephones
C)Coca-Cola as a substitute for Pepsi
D)snowboards as a substitute for snow skis
E)video-on-demand services from a cable TV company as a substitute for going to the movies

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Coca-Cola and Pepsi are very similar products and can be easily substituted for one another. Therefore, they do not trigger stronger competitive pressures. The other options are all good examples of substitute products that can increase competitive pressures in their respective industries.

Which of the Following Is Not a Good Example of a Substitute