Which of these retail technology inventions was first patented in 1951 but not widely adopted in stores until the 1970s, revolutionizing inventory management?

The retail landscape has been transformed by numerous technological innovations throughout history. Some inventions fundamentally altered consumer shopping habits and retail operations forever. This poll tests your knowledge about a groundbreaking retail technology that revolutionized inventory management and checkout efficiency worldwide. Do you know which invention marked a turning point in retail operations and consumer experience?

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The Universal Product Code (UPC) barcode system
The electronic point-of-sale (POS) terminal
The automatic sliding door entrance system
The electronic anti-theft security tag