From a Resource-Based Standpoint,a Fundamental Basis for Competitive Advantage Is

question 21

Multiple Choice

From a resource-based standpoint,a fundamental basis for competitive advantage is innovation-based firm heterogeneity._____ virtually guarantees that there will be persistent heterogeneity in the solutions generated.

• A) Adding more researchers in centralized R&D units
• B) Decentralized R&D work performed by different teams around the world
• C) Nationalizing R&D functions
• D) Increased interdependence between the headquarters and foreign subsidiaries of a company

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Definitions:

Evolutionary Fallacy

The erroneous argument or assumption that every current trait or behavior of a species can be fully explained by its evolutionary utility or adaptation.

Traits Evolved

Traits Evolved refers to the adaptation and changes in the heritable characteristics of a species over generations through the process of natural selection.

Inheritance

The method through which genetic data is transmitted from parents to their children.

Genetic Mutations

Changes or alterations in the DNA sequence that can affect genetic information, potentially leading to genetic disorders or variations in traits.