Internal Development May Be Time Consuming And,therefore,firms May Forfeit the Benefits

question 98

Multiple Choice

Internal development may be time consuming and,therefore,firms may forfeit the benefits of speed that growth through ________ and ________ can provide.

• A) strategic alliances; joint ventures
• B) strategic alliances; mergers
• C) mergers; acquisitions
• D) mergers; joint ventures

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Definitions:

Tenants in Common

A form of co-ownership where two or more individuals hold ownership rights to a property, with each owner having a divisible interest that can be transferred independently.

Jointly Controlled Assets

Those assets that are owned and operated under a joint agreement by two or more parties, where the parties have control over the asset and share in any resultant outcomes.

Proportionate Interest

Refers to an investor's share of profits, losses, and assets in a joint venture or partnership, reflecting their ownership percentage.

Proportionate Share

The part of earnings, assets, or investments attributable to an investor or entity in proportion to their ownership interest or stake in a venture.