Which One of the Following Is Not a Good Example

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following is not a good example of a defensive strategy to protect a company's market share and competitive position?

• A)Adding new features or models and otherwise broadening the product line to close off vacant niches and gaps to opportunity-seeking challengers
• B)Thwarting the efforts of rivals to attack with lower prices by maintaining economy-priced options of its own
• C)Engaging in a preemptive strike strategy in an effort to discourage rivals from being aggressive
• D)Signaling challengers that retaliation is likely in the event that they launch an attack
• E)Making early announcements about impending new products or price changes to induce potential buyers to postpone switching

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Definitions:

Sales Forecast

An estimate of future sales volumes and revenues, typically based on historical sales data, market analysis, and anticipated market changes.

Production Budget

An estimation of the total amount of production a company needs to meet its anticipated sales demand.

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Sales Estimate

An approximation of the future sales of a company over a specific period, based on current data and trends.