Firms Use Downsizing as a Restructuring Strategy for Different Reasons

question 134

Multiple Choice

Firms use downsizing as a restructuring strategy for different reasons, but the major tactical reason is

• A) poor unit performance from decreasing industry attractiveness.
• B) decreasing market share from increasing industry competition.
• C) shifting industry characteristics.
• D) the desire to lower labor costs.

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