A ________ Has Three Characteristics: (1) a Source of Competitive

question 142

Multiple Choice

A ________ has three characteristics: (1) a source of competitive advantage making a significant contribution to perceived customer benefits; (2) has applications in a wide variety of markets; and (3) is difficult to imitate.

• A) core competency
• B) market sensing process
• C) corporate social responsibility effort
• D) strategic business unit
• E) philanthropic endeavor

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Definitions:

Allergic Response

The body's immune system reaction to a perceived harmful substance, ranging from mild symptoms like a rash to more severe reactions such as anaphylaxis.

Suprainfection

An infection occurring after or on top of an earlier infection, especially when caused by microorganisms resistant to the treatment initially used.

Clostridium Difficile

A bacterium that can cause symptoms ranging from diarrhea to life-threatening inflammation of the colon, often after the use of antibiotics.

Broad-Spectrum Antibiotics

Antibiotics that are effective against a wide range of both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.