Jameson Products Is the Only Provider of a Patented Leakproof

Multiple Choice

Jameson Products is the only provider of a patented leakproof valve for industrial applications. Acme Construction desires to include Jameson Products in a project for Acme's customer, thereby increasing the chance that Acme will be selected by Acme's customer to perform the project. However, Jameson Products charges a premium price for its valves, eroding Acme's profitability. This situation is indicative of the high bargaining power of

A) customers.
B) suppliers.
C) substitute companies.
D) competitors.
E) complementary firms.