Which Forces Typically Represent Vertical Competition in a Value Chain

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which forces typically represent vertical competition in a value chain?

• A) potential entry and substitutes.
• B) buyer power and rivalry among existing firms
• C) supplier power and potential entry.
• D) buyer power and supplier power

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