If a Firm Makes an Acquisition to Exploit Perceived Opportunities

question 315

Multiple Choice

If a firm makes an acquisition to exploit perceived opportunities in a new industry, it is expecting ____________________ as a result of the purchase.

• A) Enhanced marketing strength.
• B) Strategic benefits.
• C) Economies of scale.
• D) Tax gains.
• E) Enhanced market power.

Become familiar with people-oriented actions leaders can take to successfully implement change.

Understand the concept and application of benchmarking in organizational learning and improvement.

Recognize the benefits and limitations of formalizing best practices into organizational doctrine for learning and innovation.

Differentiate between exploration and exploitation in organizational innovation.

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Definitions:

Videotaped

The action of recording images and sounds on magnetic tape or digital media using a video camera for the purpose of documentation, analysis, or entertainment.

Private Self-awareness

An individual's focus on internal personal aspects, such as emotions and thoughts, distinct from the external environment.

Social Roles

The different roles a person plays, as in a play or a movie.

Self-concept

An individual's perception of their attributes, abilities, and attitudes that defines who they are.