A ________ Strategy Focuses on Increasing Differentiation by Creating and Raising

question 50

Multiple Choice

A ________ strategy focuses on increasing differentiation by creating and raising industry factors that are improved relative to the existing marketplace. At the same time, it focuses on decreasing cost by eliminating and reducing prevailing industry factors that are no longer necessary or can be provided below current standards.

• A) differentiation
• B) blue ocean
• C) cost focus
• D) sales response
• E) competitive grid

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Definitions:

Book Depreciation

The method used by businesses to allocate the cost of a physical asset over its useful life for accounting and tax purposes.

Tax Rate

The percentage at which an individual or corporation is taxed, often varying by income or profits.

Income Taxes Payable

The amount of income tax a company owes to the government but has not yet paid.

Book Income Before Income Tax

The income reported in financial statements before the effect of income taxes, reflecting the financial performance from core operation and non-operational activities.