Which of the Following Statements Is Incorrect Regarding the "Core

question 68

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is incorrect regarding the "core strategy" component of a firm's business model?

• A) A firm's core strategy describes how it competes relative to its competitors.
• B) The product a firm chooses has little impact on its core strategy and business model.
• C) A company's product/market scope defines the products and markets on which it will compete.
• D) From a broad perspective firms typically choose one of two generic strategies: cost leadership or differentiation.
• E) The generic strategy a firm chooses greatly affects its business model.

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