The Likelihood of New Entrants Joining an Industry Is Low

question 60

Multiple Choice

The likelihood of new entrants joining an industry is low if access to distribution channels is limited because:

• A) new entrants struggle to match incumbents' prices.
• B) this discourages customers from buying a new entrant's offerings.
• C) new entrants struggle to gather enough cash to get started.
• D) each incumbent has a group of loyal customers that enjoy its unique features.
• E) new entrants struggle to get their offerings to customers.

Identify the normal balance of accounts related to inventory management and sales.

Calculate the cost of goods sold and cost of goods available for sale.

Understand the implications of purchase discounts and sales discounts on financial transactions.

Understand the concept and calculation of the cost of goods purchased.

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