Which of the Following Represent Alternative Ways for Businesses to Reap

question 121

Multiple Choice

Which of the following represent alternative ways for businesses to reap some or all of the advantages of M&As?

• A) Joint ventures and strategic alliances
• B) Strategic alliances, minority investments, and licensing
• C) Minority investments, alliances, and licensing
• D) Franchises, alliances, joint ventures, and licensing
• E) All of the above

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Definitions:

Technology Adoption

The process by which individuals and businesses start using new technologies or upgrade to more advanced technological systems.

Private Channels

Means of communication or distribution that are owned, controlled, or operated by private entities, not accessible by the general public or restricted in access.

Human Capital

The combined abilities, expertise, and other non-material assets possessed by people that can be leveraged to generate economic benefits for themselves, their workplace, or the society.

Free Markets

Economic systems where transactions are conducted without significant government intervention, allowing for the free exchange of goods and services based on supply and demand.