Sometimes It Makes Sense for a Company to Go on the Offensive

question 8

Multiple Choice

Sometimes it makes sense for a company to go on the offensive to improve its market position and business performance.The best offensives tend to incorporate the following EXCEPT:

• A) focusing relentlessly on building a competitive advantage.
• B) applying resources where rivals are least able to defend themselves.
• C) using a strategic offense to allow the company to leverage its weaknesses to strengthen operating vulnerabilities.
• D) employing the elements of surprise as opposed to doing what rivals expect and are prepared for.
• E) displaying a strong bias for swift,decisive,and overwhelming actions to overpower rivals.

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