Which One of the Following Is Not an Offensive Strategy

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is not an offensive strategy option?

• A) adopting or improving on good ideas of other companies (rivals or otherwise)
• B) deliberately attacking those market segments where key rivals make big profits
• C) launching a preemptive strike to capture a rare opportunity
• D) offering an equally good or better product at a lower price
• E) introducing new features or models to fill vacant niches in its overall product offering and better match the product offerings of key rivals

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Definitions:

Finishing Department

A section within a manufacturing operation where products undergo final processing, treatments, or coatings before being ready for sale.

Predetermined Overhead Rate

A rate used to allocate manufacturing overhead costs to products or job orders, based on a selected activity base, before the actual costs are known.

Machine-Hours

A measure of the amount of time a machine is operated, often used in costing and budgeting processes.

Forming Department

A production department specialized in shaping and assembling parts or materials into finished goods.