One Benefit of a U

question 99

Multiple Choice

One benefit of a U.S.company entering a joint venture with an international firm is that it

• A) reduces the risks of expropriation by host country officials.
• B) enhances the policy of the host country's takeover of the firm.
• C) promotes skepticism among other countries not involved in the merger.
• D) encourages competitors to work with the company.
• E) increases revenues by 20%.

Identify factors that contribute to a firm's cost advantage or differentiation advantage.

Understand the strategic priority of value chain activities in achieving competitive advantage.

Comprehend the relationship between efficiency in value chain activities and competitive advantage.

Analyze the impact of individual value chain activities on a firm's overall strategy.

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