For a Diversified Company to Be a Strong Performer

question 44

Multiple Choice

For a diversified company to be a strong performer

• A)a substantial portion of its revenues and expenses must come from business units with relatively low attractiveness scores.
• B)its principal business must be in industries with a good outlook for growth and above-average profitability.
• C)its business units in high attractiveness score industries should be candidates for divesture.
• D)its business units must operate within the favorable aspects of their industry environment.
• E)its business units must have a popular image, even if the performance of their products does not greatly satisfy buyer expectations.

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