Which of the Following Is NOT an Example of an External

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT an example of an external threat to a company's future profitability?

• A) the lack of a distinctive competence
• B) new legislation that entails burdensome and costly government regulations
• C) slowdowns in market growth
• D) more intense competitive pressures
• E) the introduction of restrictive trade policies in countries where the company does business

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