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1) Use the five forces model to illustrate competition in the newspaper industry. Are some competitors better positioned to withstand this environment than others? Why or why not? What role do technology and resources for competitive advantage play in shaping industry competition?

2) Discuss the concepts of price transparency and information asymmetry and they apply to the diamond industry as a result of the entry of BlueNile. Name another industry where the Internet has had a similar impact.

3)Under what conditions can the Internet strengthen supplier bargaining power? Give an example.

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