Joint Ventures

question 27

Multiple Choice

Joint ventures:

• A) Slow the speed of entry into a new field or market
• B) Are considered a more risky diversification option than mergers
• C) Encourage the entry of new competitors
• D) Are often motivated by the desire to share resources across companies

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Definitions:

Fast Mapping

The process by which children rapidly learn a new word after a brief encounter.

Logical Reasoning

The process of using rational, systematic steps based on sound mathematical procedures and given statements to arrive at a conclusion.

Overextension

A linguistic phenomenon where a child applies a word in a broader context than is appropriate, indicating the developmental process of language acquisition.

Receptive Vocabularies

The words a person can understand and recognize, even if they cannot actively use them in speech or writing.