Which of the Following Is Not an Example of Corporate

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an example of corporate competitive intelligence?

• A) banks tracking home loans
• B) airlines changing hundreds of fares daily in response to competitor tactics
• C) consumers comparing product offers online
• D) car manufacturers offering sales incentives based on rival offers

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Definitions:

Economic Profit

The financial gain achieved when revenues exceed the total opportunity costs, including both explicit and implicit costs.

Competitive Price-searcher

This term refers to a market situation where sellers have some control over the pricing of their products due to factors like brand differentiation and lack of perfect information among buyers.

Production Inefficiencies

Situations where resources are not used in the most cost-effective way, leading to waste and decreased output.

Differentiated Product

is a good or service that is distinguished from similar products by unique characteristics, branding, or quality, allowing it to compete on factors other than price.