By Adding New Product Lines Beyond Its Core Business of Computer

question 84

Multiple Choice

By adding new product lines beyond its core business of computer software, like the Surface Pro tablet and Xbox 360 game system, Microsoft primarily benefits by

• A)keeping up in a market where sales come mostly from new products.
• B)satisfying the changing needs of the technological research staff.
• C)avoiding market saturation from products that have just been introduced to the market.
• D)creating diversification and reducing risk.
• E)spreading out production costs.

Identify strategies for asset allocation and its role in risk reduction.

Understand the concept of equity capital and its acquisition.

Recognize the importance of dividends and the distinctions between common and preferred stock.

Understand the principles of long-term investing and selecting investments that align with one’s age and retirement goals.

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Definitions:

Model Minority

A stereotype applied to a particular demographic group suggesting that they achieve a higher degree of socioeconomic success than the population average, often oversimplifying real challenges.

Hedonism

A philosophical belief that pleasure or happiness is the highest good and ultimate aim of human life.

Altruism

The selfless concern for the well-being of others, often leading to acts of kindness or generosity without expectation of personal gain.

Egoism

A theory in ethics that treats self-interest as the foundation of morals.