Exam 3: Assessing the Internal Environment of the Firm

A crash R&D program by one firm cannot replicate a successful technology developed by another firm,when research findings cumulate.This is an example of

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Question 121

People want to partner with you because they have heard you are a credible company built through a culture of trust.In a sense,being a great company to work for also makes you a great company to work with.This is an example of causal ambiguity.

(True/False)

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Question 122

An important implication of the balanced scorecard approach is that

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Question 123

In making the decision to enter the pharmaceutical industry,a company would not need to consider which of the following?

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Question 124

The ability of a firm to do well from an innovation and learning perspective is most dependent on its tangible assets.

(True/False)

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Question 125

Trade secrets are intangible resources.

(True/False)

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Question 126

In value-chain analysis,finance and accounting are considered part of the general administration of a firm.

(True/False)

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Question 127

All of the following are examples of socially complex organizational phenomena except

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Question 128

Strong brands are typically built through consistent,effective marketing,and companies need to weigh the potential for misbehaving customers to thwart their careful efforts.

(True/False)

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Question 129

Apple Inc.reported revenues of 171 billion USD and net income of 37 billion USD in 2012.These figures represent a stunning annual growth in revenue and net income of 57 percent and 43 percent,respectively,for the 2011 to 2013 time period.This information indicates the importance of using __________ to evaluate company financial performance.

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Question 130

The SWOT framework is not sufficient as the primary basis for evaluating the internal strengths and weaknesses of a company.

(True/False)

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Question 131

The balanced scorecard enables managers to consider their business from all of the following perspectives except

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Question 132

Modern plant and facilities as well as favorable manufacturing locations are tangible resources.

(True/False)

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Question 133

Firms that are successful in creating competitive advantages that are sustainable for a period of time do not have to be concerned about profits being retained by employees or managers.

(True/False)

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Question 134

Financial analysis provides an accurate way to assess the relative strengths of firms and can be used as a complete guide to study companies.

(True/False)

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Question 135

Comparing your firm with all other firms in your industry assesses _________ performance.

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Question 136

Advertising is a activity.Supply of replacement parts is a activity.

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Question 137

Which of the following lists consists of support activities?

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Question 138

Technip has developed intelligent pipes that can monitor and regulate the temperature throughout an oil pipeline.This is an example of a procurement support activity in the value chain.

(True/False)

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Question 139

For a resource to provide a firm with potential sustainable advantages it must satisfy only two criteria: rareness and difficulty in substitution.

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Question 140

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A crash R&D program by one firm cannot replicate a successful technology developed by another firm,when research findings cumulate.This is an example of

People want to partner with you because they have heard you are a credible company built through a culture of trust.In a sense,being a great company to work for also makes you a great company to work with.This is an example of causal ambiguity.

An important implication of the balanced scorecard approach is that

In making the decision to enter the pharmaceutical industry,a company would not need to consider which of the following?

The ability of a firm to do well from an innovation and learning perspective is most dependent on its tangible assets.

Trade secrets are intangible resources.

In value-chain analysis,finance and accounting are considered part of the general administration of a firm.

All of the following are examples of socially complex organizational phenomena except

Strong brands are typically built through consistent,effective marketing,and companies need to weigh the potential for misbehaving customers to thwart their careful efforts.

The SWOT framework is not sufficient as the primary basis for evaluating the internal strengths and weaknesses of a company.

The balanced scorecard enables managers to consider their business from all of the following perspectives except

Modern plant and facilities as well as favorable manufacturing locations are tangible resources.

Firms that are successful in creating competitive advantages that are sustainable for a period of time do not have to be concerned about profits being retained by employees or managers.

Financial analysis provides an accurate way to assess the relative strengths of firms and can be used as a complete guide to study companies.

Comparing your firm with all other firms in your industry assesses _________ performance.

Advertising is a activity.Supply of replacement parts is a activity.

Which of the following lists consists of support activities?

Technip has developed intelligent pipes that can monitor and regulate the temperature throughout an oil pipeline.This is an example of a procurement support activity in the value chain.

For a resource to provide a firm with potential sustainable advantages it must satisfy only two criteria: rareness and difficulty in substitution.

Strategic Management: Creating Competitive Advantages

Analyzing the External Environment of the Firm: Creating Competitive Advantages

Recognizing a Firms Intellectual Assets: Moving Beyond a Firms Tangible Resources

Business-Level Strategy: Creating and Sustaining Competitive Advantages

Corporate-Level Strategy: Creating Value Through Diversification

International Strategy: Creating Value in Global Markets

Entrepreneurial Strategy and Competitive Dynamics

Strategic Control and Corporate Governance

Creating Effective Organizational Designs

Strategic Leadership: Creating a Learning Organization and an Ethical Organization

Managing Innovation and Fostering Corporate Entrepreneurship

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Exam 3: Assessing the Internal Environment of the Firm

A crash R&D program by one firm cannot replicate a successful technology developed by another firm,when research findings cumulate.This is an example of

People want to partner with you because they have heard you are a credible company built through a culture of trust.In a sense,being a great company to work for also makes you a great company to work with.This is an example of causal ambiguity.

An important implication of the balanced scorecard approach is that

In making the decision to enter the pharmaceutical industry,a company would not need to consider which of the following?

The ability of a firm to do well from an innovation and learning perspective is most dependent on its tangible assets.

Trade secrets are intangible resources.

In value-chain analysis,finance and accounting are considered part of the general administration of a firm.

All of the following are examples of socially complex organizational phenomena except

Strong brands are typically built through consistent,effective marketing,and companies need to weigh the potential for misbehaving customers to thwart their careful efforts.

The SWOT framework is not sufficient as the primary basis for evaluating the internal strengths and weaknesses of a company.

The balanced scorecard enables managers to consider their business from all of the following perspectives except

Modern plant and facilities as well as favorable manufacturing locations are tangible resources.

Firms that are successful in creating competitive advantages that are sustainable for a period of time do not have to be concerned about profits being retained by employees or managers.

Financial analysis provides an accurate way to assess the relative strengths of firms and can be used as a complete guide to study companies.

Comparing your firm with all other firms in your industry assesses _________ performance.

Advertising is a __________ activity.Supply of replacement parts is a __________ activity.

Which of the following lists consists of support activities?

Technip has developed intelligent pipes that can monitor and regulate the temperature throughout an oil pipeline.This is an example of a procurement support activity in the value chain.

For a resource to provide a firm with potential sustainable advantages it must satisfy only two criteria: rareness and difficulty in substitution.

Strategic Management: Creating Competitive Advantages

Analyzing the External Environment of the Firm: Creating Competitive Advantages

Recognizing a Firms Intellectual Assets: Moving Beyond a Firms Tangible Resources

Business-Level Strategy: Creating and Sustaining Competitive Advantages

Corporate-Level Strategy: Creating Value Through Diversification

International Strategy: Creating Value in Global Markets

Entrepreneurial Strategy and Competitive Dynamics

Strategic Control and Corporate Governance

Creating Effective Organizational Designs

Strategic Leadership: Creating a Learning Organization and an Ethical Organization

Managing Innovation and Fostering Corporate Entrepreneurship

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Advertising is a activity.Supply of replacement parts is a activity.