A Core Competency Can Be Defined in Four Different Ways

question 38

Multiple Choice

A core competency can be defined in four different ways. Three of those definitions are: as an activity traditionally performed internally; activities critical to business success; and activities creating current or potential competitive advantage. What is the fourth way that core competency can be defined?

• A) activities that will influence future growth
• B) activities that will increase profitability
• C) activities that will result in innovation
• D) activities that will reduce debt load

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Definitions:

Mental Set

A frame of mind involving an established way of thinking, either due to habit or a desire to maintain a perceived efficiency in approaching problems.

Household Repairs

Household repairs involve fixing or mending various systems or structures within a home, addressing issues related to plumbing, electrical wiring, or structural damage.

Means-End Analysis

A problem-solving strategy that involves breaking down the problem into smaller parts and addressing these parts to reach the desired goal.

Stroop Task

The Stroop task is a psychological test that demonstrates the conflict between the meaning of words and their colors, revealing how automatic processing can interfere with intended cognitive tasks.