Which of the Following Is Not Likely to Command Much

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not likely to command much strategic attention from the top executives of companies pursuing an unrelated diversification strategy?

A) Acquiring new businesses with attractive profit prospects
B) Whether existing businesses should be retained or divested based on their ability to meet corporate targets for profit and returns on investment
C) Looking for new businesses that present good opportunities for achieving economies of scope
D) Identifying acquisition candidates that are financially distressed, can be acquired at a bargain price, and whose operations can, in management's opinion, be turned around with the aid of the parent company's financial resources and managerial know-how
E) Identifying opportunities to acquire new businesses in industries with bright growth prospects