A S.W.O.T.analysis

question 52

Multiple Choice

A S.W.O.T.analysis

• A)seeks to improve strategy planning by "Scanning for Warnings,Omens,and Tips" about competitors' plans.
• B)is not necessary if competitors have already entered the market.
• C)defends against potential competitive threats by planning specific "safeguards,weapons,or tactics."
• D)should help a manager develop a strategy that leads to a competitive advantage.
• E)limits the competitive edge of the company.

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Definitions:

Stereotyping

The act of assigning a set of characteristics to a group of people, disregarding individual differences.

Frustration-Aggression Principle

A theory suggesting that frustration often leads to aggressive behavior, as aggression is a result of blocked goal achievement.

Implicit Associations

The automatic and unconscious associations people make between different concepts and beliefs, which can influence attitudes and behavior.

Outgroup Homogeneity

The perception that members of an outgroup are more similar to each other than they actually are, often contrasting with the perceived heterogeneity within an ingroup.