A Good Example of Vertical Integration Is

question 29

Multiple Choice

A good example of vertical integration is

• A) a producer of organic vegetables deciding to expand into the production of organic fruits.
• B) a supermarket chain acquiring a distributor of fresh fruits and vegetables.
• C) a crude oil refiner purchasing a railroad company.
• D) a hospital opening a nursing home for the aged.
• E) a maker of prescription drugs acquiring a chain of hospitals.

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Definitions:

Drive Axle Tires

Tires specifically designed to be mounted on the drive axle of a vehicle, providing traction that propels the vehicle forward.

Chassis Data Bus

A communication system within a vehicle that allows the transfer of data between electronic control units (ECUs) and components located throughout the vehicle.

Revolutions Per Mile

A measurement used to indicate the number of times a tire revolves over the distance of one mile, important for understanding vehicle speed and gearbox ratios.

TMC Recommended Practice

Guidelines or standards recommended by the Technology & Maintenance Council focused on improving vehicle maintenance and engineering practices within the trucking industry.