Which of the Following Is not a Competitive Force Suggested

question 76

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a competitive force suggested by Porter?

• A) Rivalry among existing competitors
• B) Threat of new entrants
• C) Threat of substitute products
• D) Government and regulatory influences
• E) None of the above (that is, all are competitive forces)

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Definitions:

Capitalism

An economic system where trade, industries, and the means of production are largely or entirely privately owned and operated for profit, characterized by competitive markets, private property, and capital accumulation.

Behaviorism

A theory of learning based on the idea that all behaviors are acquired through conditioning, emphasizing the role of external stimuli in shaping behavior, without regard to thoughts or feelings.

B.F. Skinner

An influential American psychologist known for his work in behaviorism and for developing the theory of operant conditioning.

John B. Watson

An American psychologist who established the psychological school of behaviorism, asserting that behavior can be studied as a simple stimulus and response.