A Technique Often Used to Identify Potential Causes of a Problem

question 2

Multiple Choice

A technique often used to identify potential causes of a problem is:

• A) brain jumping
• B) idea echoing
• C) idea gentling
• D) brainstorming

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Definitions:

Horizontal Merger

A business consolidation that occurs between firms operating in the same industry.

Conglomerate Merger

A merger between companies operating in different industries, aimed at diversification or expansion of a corporate portfolio.

Vertical Merger

The combination of two or more companies involved in different stages of the production process of the same good or service.

Marketing Chain

The marketing chain refers to the sequence of intermediaries that goods or services pass through from the producer to the final consumer.