A(n)_______ Is a Limitation or Deficiency in One or More

question 1

Multiple Choice

A(n) _______ is a limitation or deficiency in one or more of a firm's resources or capabilities relative to its competitors that creates a disadvantage in effectively meeting customer needs.

• A) Weakness
• B) Threat
• C) Competitive limit
• D) Marginal resource

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Definitions:

Securities Act

A U.S. law enacted in 1933 that governs the sale of securities, aiming to provide investors with transparent information and to prevent fraud.

New Securities

Financial instruments that have been newly issued to investors, usually referring to stocks or bonds that have just been offered to the public or private investors.

Electronic Trading Systems

Platforms that facilitate the trading of financial securities, commodities, and other assets using electronic networks and computers.

High-frequency Traders

Investors who use powerful computers to execute large numbers of trades at very fast speeds, often attempting to exploit small price differences.