In Analyzing the Industry Environment of the Particular Field into Which

question 23

Multiple Choice

In analyzing the industry environment of the particular field into which Charles was about to enter in business, he found that there existed a fierce rivalry between the competitors that were currently in the business. This would offset the desirability of entering the industry in which of the following ways?

• A) negatively
• B) positively
• C) no effect
• D) cannot be determined

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