In the Context of Adaptive Strategies, Which of the Following

question 65

Multiple Choice

In the context of adaptive strategies, which of the following is true of defenders?

• A) They aggressively hold their current strategic position by doing the best job they can to hold on to customers in a particular market segment.
• B) They seek fast growth by searching for new market opportunities, encouraging risk taking, and being the first to bring innovative new products to market.
• C) They try to simultaneously minimize risk and maximize profits by following or imitating the proven successes of prospectors.
• D) They do not follow a consistent strategy and tend to react to changes in their external environment after they occur.

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Definitions:

Strategic Blocks

Conceptual blocks or barriers within an organization that prevent the successful implementation of strategic initiatives or change.

Non-core Work

Tasks or activities that are not central to the primary business or mission of an organization but may still be necessary for operation.

Routine Activity

A concept from criminology that suggests violence and property crimes occur when there is a motivated offender, a suitable target, and a lack of capable guardianship.

Cost-effectiveness

A measure that compares the relative costs and outcomes of different courses of action or decisions.