The Competitive Advantage Opportunities That a Global Competitor Can Gain

question 119

Multiple Choice

The competitive advantage opportunities that a global competitor can gain by dispersing performance of its activities across many nations include all of the following, EXCEPT

• A) being able to shift production from one country to another to take advantage of exchange rate fluctuations, differing wage rates, differing energy costs, or differing trade restrictions.
• B) being in better position to choose where and how to challenge rivals.
• C) shortening delivery times to customers by having geographically scattered distribution facilities.
• D) locating buyer-related activities (such as sales, advertising, after-sale service and technical assistance) close to buyers.
• E) centralizing value chain activities to foster just-in-time inventory activities.

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