Two Carmakers Have Developed a Strange but Successful Partnership

question 52

Multiple Choice

Two carmakers have developed a strange but successful partnership. Ford, a U.S. automaker, and Mazda, an Asian carmaker, have collaborated on several models, including the Explorer, the Probe, and the Mazda 323, and the MX-6. The U.S. automaker has supplied Mazda with help in marketing, finance, and styling. In return, Mazda has provided manufacturing and product development expertise with Ford.
Both companies have worked together toward a common goal and both have benefited as a result of their:

• A)knowledge of global competition.
• B)international competitive expertise.
• C)strategic alliance.
• D)international savvy.

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