Which of the Following Is an Example of an External

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an external growth strategy?

• A) market penetration
• B) product line extension
• C) strategic alliance
• D) new product development
• E) geographic expansion

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Definitions:

Adolescent Growth Spurt

A rapid increase in height and weight during puberty due to accelerated bone growth and hormonal changes.

Menopause

The natural decline in reproductive hormones when a woman reaches her 40s or 50s, marking the end of the menstrual cycle and fertility.

Menstruation

The monthly shedding of the uterine lining in females when there is no pregnancy, typically referred to as a menstrual period.

Climacteric

A phase in the aging process of humans, marking the transition from the reproductive phase to the non-reproductive state in both men and women.