The Ability of an Existing Firm to Understand,evaluate,and Integrate External

question 61

Multiple Choice

The ability of an existing firm to understand,evaluate,and integrate external technological developments is dependent on its:

• A) Own technology.
• B) Longevity in the industry.
• C) Strategic intent.
• D) Absorptive capacity.

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Definitions:

Other Expense

Expenses that do not fit into the usual categories of operating expenses in a business, such as lawsuit settlements or loss on asset disposal.

Redemption

In finance, refers to the repayment of a debt security or preferred stock at or before its maturity date. In the context of investments, it can also mean the selling of mutual fund shares back to the fund.

Callable Bonds

Bonds that can be redeemed by the issuer before their maturity date at a specified call price.

Future Interest Rates

Expected rates of interest in future periods, often projected based on current economic conditions and trends.