With the introduction of photocopy machines, the carbon paper industry has been adversely affected.

Which factor is responsible for the same?

Technological Environment

The correct answer is option 4- Technological Environment.

Technological Environment is responsible for the replacement of carbon paper industry.

The introduction of photocopy machines adversely affecting the carbon paper industry is primarily due to changes in the technological environment. Photocopy machines represent a technological innovation that offers a more efficient and convenient way of reproducing documents compared to the traditional use of carbon paper.