The Intensity of Rivalry Among Competing Sellers Does NOT Depend

question 19

Multiple Choice

The intensity of rivalry among competing sellers does NOT depend on whether

• A) the industry has more than two strong driving forces and whether the industry has more than two diverse and capable strategic groups.
• B) competitors are diverse in terms of long-term directions, objectives, strategies, and countries of origin.
• C) strong companies outside the industry have acquired weak firms in the industry and are launching aggressive moves to transform the acquired companies into strong market contenders.
• D) one or two rivals have particularly powerful and successful strategies to grow the business, attract and retain buyers, and develop a sustained competitive advantage.
• E) industry conditions attract industry members to use price cuts or other competitive weapons to boost total sales volume and market share.

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