When Are Capabilities-Motivated Acquisitions Essential

question 33

Multiple Choice

When are capabilities-motivated acquisitions essential?

• A) When industry conditions,like technology advances are central to growth and rivalry is intense
• B) When first-mover advantages for products or services can be added to the portfolio lineup
• C) When the acquired firm can be purchased at a discount due to underperformance
• D) When a market opportunity can slip by faster than a needed capability can be created internally
• E) When the capabilities involve tacit knowledge and complex routines

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