Which of the Following Factors Requires the Least Consideration When

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following factors requires the least consideration when assessing supplier power relative to the upstream industry in which it buys raw materials?

• A)Number of competitors in downstream market
• B)Purchase volume of raw materials
• C)Availability of substitute inputs
• D)Number of upstream suppliers
• E)Ability of suppliers to price discriminate

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