Information That Is Not Known by the Competition and Would

question 39

Multiple Choice

Information that is not known by the competition and would cause a business to lose its advantage if the competition obtained it and is protected from disclosure by the owner is:

• A) a patent
• B) a copyright
• C) an easement
• D) a bargaining chip
• E) none of the other choices are correct

---

Definitions:

Strategies

Plans of action designed to achieve a long-term or overall aim.

Goal

In learning and cognitive approaches to personality, a desired end state that serves to direct perception, thought, and behavior.

Power Motivation

The drive to influence others or seek positions of authority and control, regarded as a fundamental aspect of human behavior.

McClelland's View

A psychological theory proposed by David McClelland that emphasizes the importance of three needs—achievement, affiliation, and power—in influencing human motivation.