In a TOWS Matrix, SO Strategies

question 17

Multiple Choice

In a TOWS Matrix, SO Strategies

• A) are generated by thinking of ways in which a company or business unit could use its strengths to take advantage of opportunities.
• B) attempt to take advantage of opportunities by overcoming weaknesses.
• C) are basically defensive and primarily act to minimize weaknesses and avoid threats.
• D) consider a company's or unit's strengths as a way to avoid threats.
• E) are ways to get strategists to think "out of the box."

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