Which Is a Reason for Integration as Opposed to Outsourcing

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which is a reason for integration as opposed to outsourcing?

• A) Greater expense.
• B) Strategic flexibility is enhanced.
• C) Those within the firm are often more competitive.
• D) The activity is crucial to the core business.

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Definitions:

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Kelps

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Brown Algae

A group of photosynthetic, multicellular marine algae, typically found in cooler waters, distinguished by their brown color due to fucoxanthin pigment.