Which One of the Following Is Not a Good Example

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is not a good example of a defensive strategy to protect a company's market share and competitive position?

• A) adding new features or models and otherwise broadening the product line to close off vacant niches and gaps to opportunity-seeking challengers
• B) thwarting the efforts of rivals to attack with lower prices by maintaining economy-priced options of its own
• C) engaging in a preemptive strike strategy in an effort to discourage rivals from being aggressive
• D) signaling challengers that retaliation is likely in the event that they launch an attack
• E) making early announcements about impending new products or price changes to induce potential buyers to postpone switching

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Definitions:

Self-Determination Theory

A theory of motivation that relates the satisfaction of three basic psychological needs to autonomous or controlled motivation.

Motivation

The process that initiates, guides, and maintains goal-oriented behaviors, driving individuals to pursue and achieve objectives.

Autonomous

The capability of a system or machine to operate independently without direct human control.

Controlled

Managed or regulated to operate under specific conditions or within certain parameters, ensuring stability or compliance.