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1. In the tech world, nearly 90 percent of the world's PCs have Intel processors and Microsoft operating systems. This leverage results in which of the following?

A) Bargaining power of suppliers

B) Threat of new entrants

C) Rivalry among competitors

D) Bargaining power of buyers

E) Threat of substitute products

2. Although Intel had a narrow focus on microprocessors for PCs, LSI Logic recognized the opportunity for non-PC products such as smartphones, tablets, and digital cameras. This is an example of what type of competitive approach?

A) Layers of advantage

B) Narrow target strategies

C) Loose bricks

D) Collaboration

E) Strategic intent

3. Which of the "five forces" model of industry competition addresses the issue of the conversion of certain types of products to pure digital form?

A) Threat of substitute products

B) Threat of new entrants

C) Bargaining power of suppliers

D) Bargaining power of buyers

E) Rivalry among competitors

4. ________ determines how companies perceive, interpret, and respond to buyer needs.

A) Related and supporting industries

B) Knowledge resources

C) Chance

D) Market growth

E) Composition of home demand

5. According to the D'Aveni's model, competition unfolds in a series of ________ in four areas: cost/quality, timing and know-how, entry barriers, and deep pockets.

A) flagship firms

B) corporate competitive strategies

C) economies of scale

D) dynamic strategic interactions

E) networks