Retrenching to a Narrower Diversification Base

question 8

Multiple Choice

Retrenching to a narrower diversification base

• A)is usually the most attractive long-run strategy for a broadly diversified company confronted with recession,high interest rates,mounting competitive pressures in several of its businesses,and sluggish growth.
• B)is directed at improving long-term performance by building stronger positions in a smaller number of core businesses.
• C)is an attractive strategy option for revamping a diverse business lineup that lacks strong cross-business financial fit.
• D)is sometimes an attractive option for deepening a diversified company's technological expertise and supporting a faster rate of product innovation.
• E)is a strategy best reserved for companies in poor financial shape.

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