If Setup Cost and Learning Rates Are Ignored, a Buying

question 13

Multiple Choice

If setup cost and learning rates are ignored, a buying firm will, more than likely, _______________.

• A) become engaged in a price war
• B) suffer from a competitive disadvantage
• C) gain a competitive advantage
• D) receive a major discount
• E) fall into a competitive bidding trap

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