A Good Example of Vertical Integration Is

question 38

Multiple Choice

A good example of vertical integration is:

• A) a global public accounting firm acquiring a small local or regional public accounting firm.
• B) a large supermarket chain getting into convenience food stores.
• C) a crude oil refiner purchasing a firm engaged in drilling and exploring for oil.
• D) a hospital opening up a nursing home for the aged.
• E) a railroad company acquiring a trucking company specializing in long-haul freight.

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