Which of the Following Is NOT a Desired Characteristic of a Partner

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a desired characteristic of a partner in a strategic alliance?

• A) A partner should be instrumental in aiding the company accomplish strategic goals such as achieving market access.
• B) A partner should be willing to share the costs and risks of new-product development.
• C) A partner should allow access to critical core competencies.
• D) A partner should bring their own vision for the alliance to help establish a new agenda.
• E) A partner will not exploit the alliance and will offer as much as it takes from the alliance.

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Definitions:

Asset Account

An account on a company's balance sheet that represents a resource with economic value that is expected to provide future benefit.

Supplies

Items or materials used in the daily operations of a business.

Unearned Revenue

Money received by a business for goods or services yet to be delivered or performed, recorded as a liability on the balance sheet until earned.

Services Revenue

Revenue generated from providing services, as opposed to selling goods or products.