A Strategy Based on Diversification May Fail to Add Value

question 52

Multiple Choice

A strategy based on diversification may fail to add value because companies:

• A) seek to achieve differentiation instead of low cost.
• B) diversify into areas in which they have some knowledge and miss out on profitable opportunities in other areas.
• C) make acquisitions rather than develop new technologies on their own.
• D) incur bureaucratic costs that exceed the value created by the strategy.
• E) seek to achieve a low-cost position instead of differentiation.

Understand the importance of properly reporting inventory in financial statements.

Comprehend the differences and applications of FIFO, LIFO, and average inventory costing methods.

Recognize the role of purchase orders in inventory control.

Identify the characteristics and benefits of perpetual and periodic inventory systems.

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