What Type of Strategic Alliance Involves Two or More Firms

question 29

Multiple Choice

What type of strategic alliance involves two or more firms creating and together owning a new independent organization?

• A)Partnership
• B)Tapered integration
• C)Close-knit semi-formal relationship
• D)Mutual agreement
• E)Joint venture

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Definitions:

Equivalent Units

A method used in process costing that converts partially completed units into a number of fully completed units.

Direct Materials Costs

The cost of raw materials that are directly used in the manufacture of a product.

FIFO Method

First-In, First-Out, an inventory valuation method where the first items purchased are the first ones to be removed from inventory.

Units Started and Completed

This term refers to items or products that begin and finish production within a specific accounting period, in the context of manufacturing or process accounting.