Which of the Following Contributed to Pepsi Losing the War

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following contributed to Pepsi losing the war against Coke?

• A) Pepsi failed to balance their long-term objectives with short-term goals.
• B) Pepsi did not encourage worker participation in the planning process.
• C) Pepsi failed to assess their external environment.
• D) Pepsi failed to define its priorities.

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Definitions:

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