Which of the Following Statements Concerning Vertical Integration Is Not

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning vertical integration is not correct?

• A)Vertical integration can reduce a company's overall cost of production.
• B)Vertical integration allows a company to circumvent powerful buyers and suppliers.
• C)Vertical integration can be used to protect a company's investments in proprietary technology.
• D)Vertical integration is a means of implementing just-in-time inventory systems when suppliers are unreliable.
• E)Vertical integration facilitates the attainment of economies of scope.

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