Everything Else Held Constant,if the Expected Return on RST Stock

question 33

Multiple Choice

Everything else held constant,if the expected return on RST stock declines from 12 to 9 percent and the expected return on XYZ stock declines from 8 to 7 percent,then the expected return of holding RST stock ________ relative to XYZ stock and demand for XYZ stock ________.

• A)rises;rises
• B)rises;falls
• C)falls;rises
• D)falls;falls

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Definitions:

Competitive Advantage

The unique attributes or circumstances that allow an organization to outperform its competitors, either through lower costs, better quality, or distinctive products or services.

Distinguishing Products

The process of identifying unique characteristics and benefits of products to differentiate them from competitors in the market.

Generic Strategies Model

The Generic Strategies Model is a framework developed by Michael Porter that outlines three strategies organizations can use to achieve competitive advantage: cost leadership, differentiation, and focus.

Focused Cost Leadership

A strategic approach where a company aims to be the lowest-cost producer in a particular niche or segment, offering prices lower than competitors while targeting specific customer groups.