Marcel, the CEO of an Automobile Company, Considers Extending His

question 7

Multiple Choice

Marcel, the CEO of an automobile company, considers extending his research and development facility by collaborating with a multinational company. He believes that a contractual alliance will be ideal for this collaboration, but other senior members of the management oppose a contractual alliance. Which of the following statements is likely to strengthen Marcel's argument?

• A)The relationship between the two firms is likely to be supported by equity investments.
• B)The two firms are likely to seek a joint venture through the collaboration.
• C)Cooperation between the two firms is not likely to depend on cross-equity holdings.
• D)Interdependence between the two firms is not likely to be low.

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