Of the Following, Which One Is Least Likely to Represent

question 14

Multiple Choice

Of the following, which one is least likely to represent a challenge organizations may face today?

• A) Sallie-Anne's is a business that offers hand-crocheted blankets and bed throws. This is the only such business in Bromsgrove, England and Sallie-Anne is content with the size and style of her operation. Sallie-Anne and her sister are the only employees and have no desire to expand the business into neighbouring areas.
• B) Jim's brake and muffler business is located in Barnsley. His business faces tremendous competition from foreign companies that manufacture the same type of products he offers to customers.
• C) Charlotte's business provides a highly effective heart monitoring device to its customers. Her operation is one of twelve located within the UK. This level of competition requires Charlotte to pay close attention to her external environment in order to remain profitable.
• D) The Home Loan Store of Brighton maintains impeccable records on each of its customers and provides training to potential customers on the process of purchasing a new home. It prides itself on ensuring that customers are well-informed of its business practices before they sign the mortgage contract.
• E) SJM Enterprises has a diverse, multi-ethnic workforce stemming from a range cultures and backgrounds.

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Definitions:

Endodermis

The innermost layer of the plant root cortex. Endodermal cells have a waterproof Casparian strip around their radial and transverse walls that ensures that water and minerals enter the xylem only by passing through the endoderm cells.

Cortical Parenchyma

Plant tissue found in the cortex of stems and roots that is involved in storage, photosynthesis, and transport of nutrients.

Photosynthesis

A process by which green plants and certain other organisms transform light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy stored in glucose.

Cutin

A waxy, water-repellent substance present in the cuticle of plants, which helps reduce water loss.