Which of the Following Is Not a Factor That Makes

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a factor that makes an alliance "strategic" as opposed to just a convenient business arrangement?

A) The alliance is critical to the company's achievement of an important objective.
B) The alliance helps block a competitive threat.
C) The alliance helps open up important new market opportunities.
D) The alliance helps build, enhance, or sustain a core competence or competitive advantage.
E) The alliance helps the company obtain additional financing on better credit terms.