All of the Following Are Potential Pitfalls of a Focus

question 31

Multiple Choice

All of the following are potential pitfalls of a focus strategy except

• A) erosion of cost advantages within the narrow segment.
• B) all rivals share a common input or raw material.
• C) even product and service offerings that are highly focused are subject to competition from new entrants and from imitation.
• D) focusers can become too focused to satisfy buyer needs.

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Definitions:

Basaltic Magma

A type of magma that is low in silica and high in iron and magnesium, characteristic of mid-ocean ridges and volcanic islands.

Low Slopes

Areas of land where the gradient or incline is slight, typically leading to the gentle flow of rivers or surface runoff.

Broad, Gentle

Describes wide areas with a mild gradient or slope, often used in geographical and geological contexts.

Shield Volcanoes

Broad, gently sloping volcanic structures formed from the eruption of low-viscosity lava that can flow long distances.