When the Alliance's Tasks Are Characterized by Extensive Functional Interdependencies

question 8

Multiple Choice

When the alliance's tasks are characterized by extensive functional interdependencies

• A) it is preferable to have a dominant partner that can assume the functional tasks.
• B) it is preferable to merge both companies.
• C) the development of clear operating rules is the only way to maintain boundaries between the functions.
• D) the creation of a separate entity is the most effective way to manage the linkages between the various functions.

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