Porter's Thesis Was That Four Broad Attributes of a Nation

question 47

Multiple Choice

Porter's thesis was that four broad attributes of a nation shape the environment in which local firms compete,and that these attributes promote or impede the creation of competitive advantage.All of the following is/are attributes except:

• A) factor endowments
• B) customs
• C) firm strategy, structure, and rivalry
• D) related and supporting industries
• E) demand conditions

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Definitions:

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DSM

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