Q: A machine has to be returned to the vendor for proper recycling. Which stage of the hardware lifecycle does this scenario belong to?
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Q: For appropriate recycling, a machine must be returned to the seller. Which hardware lifespan stage does this situation fall into?
- Procurement
- Deployment
- Retirement
- Maintenance
Explanation: The scenario where a machine has to be returned to the vendor for proper recycling belongs to the Retirement stage of the hardware lifecycle.