Unbalanced Capacities That Limit Cost Savings, Difficulties in Combining Specializations

question 23

Multiple Choice

Unbalanced capacities that limit cost savings, difficulties in combining specializations, and reduced flexibility are disadvantages associated with

• A) strategic alliances.
• B) divestment.
• C) vertical integration.
• D) horizontal integration.

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Definitions:

Monosaccharides

Simple sugars that are the most basic form of carbohydrates, such as glucose and fructose, which cannot be hydrolyzed into simpler sugars.

Glucose

An elementary form of sugar critical for energy in living organisms, also making up parts of numerous carbs.

Cholesterol

A waxy, fat-like substance present in all cells of the body, needed to make vitamin D, hormones, and substances that help digest foods.

Lipid

A group of naturally occurring molecules that include fats, waxes, sterols, fat-soluble vitamins, and others, serving as key components of cell membranes and energy storage.