A ________ Integration Strategy Is Used by Firms to Gain

question 34

Multiple Choice

A ________ integration strategy is used by firms to gain control or ownership of suppliers.

• A) backward
• B) forward
• C) horizontal
• D) vertical
• E) vortexed

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Definitions:

Total Liabilities

The sum of all financial obligations a company has to external parties, including both short-term and long-term debts.

Accounting Equation

The fundamental formula in accounting that states assets equal liabilities plus equity (Assets = Liabilities + Equity).

Owner's Equity

The net worth of an owner in a company, calculated as the difference between the company's assets and liabilities.

Liabilities

Financial obligations or debts of a business that are due to be paid to creditors in the future.