Hewlett-Packard Licenses Some of Its Intellectual Property Through Strategic Alliances

question 125

Multiple Choice

Hewlett-Packard licenses some of its intellectual property through strategic alliances. Which of the following is correct about this relationship?

• A)This is a joint venture because in licensing arrangements, a new company is created.
• B)This is an equity strategic alliance because licensing does not involve the creation of a new company, but does involve an equity commitment.
• C)The firms risk charges of collusion because most licensing relationships between competitors involve explicit collusion.
• D)This is a nonequity strategic alliance with Hewlett-Packard leveraging its unique capabilities.

Calculate contribution to overhead and profitability ratios.

Comprehend information useful for evaluating the profitability or cost-effectiveness of departmental activities.

Allocate indirect expenses across departments based on various drivers (floor space, ad spots, sales).

Understand responsibility accounting and the creation of performance reports for department managers.

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