All Other Things Being Equal, the "Best" Generic Competitive Strategy

question 115

Multiple Choice

All other things being equal, the "best" generic competitive strategy for a company to employ is a strategy that

• A)seeks to underprice rivals on comparable products that attract a broad spectrum of buyers.
• B)seeks to differentiate product offerings from rivals by offering superior attributes that attract a broad spectrum of buyers.
• C)concentrates on a narrow buyer segment and outcompetes rivals by offering niche members customized attributes.
• D)concentrates on value-conscious buyers and outcompetes rivals by offering products at attractive prices.
• E)is well matched to a company's internal situation; underpinned by an appropriate set of resources, know-how, and competitive capabilities; and difficult for rivals to match.

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Definitions:

Resolution

The act of solving or settling a conflict, problem, or contentious matter.

Coalition

An alliance or combined action of different individuals or groups, typically formed for mutual benefit or to achieve a common goal.

Diverse

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