In the Chapter 9 Mini Case, the Cooperation Between Fiat

question 18

Multiple Choice

In the Chapter 9 Mini Case, the cooperation between Fiat and Chrysler to produce a Fiat-designed car in Chrysler's Illinois factory is a(n) _________ alliance because it allows the firms to share resources and capabilities across multiple functions.

• A) synergistic
• B) opportunistic
• C) horizontal
• D) diversifying

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