Which of the Following Statements Is True Concerning Clusters

question 28

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true concerning clusters?

• A)The desire to build or upgrade a core competency is one reason why entrepreneurial and other fast-growing firms often tend to locate close to their competitors.
• B)Clusters are geographic concentrations of interconnected companies and industries.
• C)An example of a cluster in the U.S. is California's Silicon Valley.
• D)According to Porter, clusters provide access to employees, suppliers, specialized information, and complementary products.
• E)all of the above

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Definitions:

Managerial Subsystem

The managerial subsystem is a component of an organization focusing on planning, organizing, directing, and controlling activities to achieve business objectives.

Communications Subsystem

The component within an organization or system that is responsible for the exchange and processing of information.

Cultural Gatekeeper

An individual or institution that controls access to cultural products and influences the spread and popularity of cultural trends.

Cultural Selection

The process by which certain cultural practices, ideas, or innovations are adopted and perpetuated within a society, often leading to cultural evolution.