Strategic Planning: Master the Art of Business Strategy

Question 1

Which of the following is a core element of strategic planning?

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SWOT analysis

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Market research

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Financial forecasting

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Customer segmentation

Question 2

PEST analysis is primarily concerned with identifying:

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Political, economic, social, and technological factors

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Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats

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Porter's Five Forces

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Value chain analysis

Question 3

According to Porter's Five Forces, which force poses a threat to an industry?

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Threat of new entrants

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Bargaining power of suppliers

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Bargaining power of buyers

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Rivalry among existing competitors

Question 4

A company's mission statement should primarily:

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Define the company's purpose and objectives

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Outline the company's specific products or services

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Describe the company's target market

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Specify the company's financial targets

Question 5

Which of the following is an initial step in the strategic planning process?

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Environmental scanning

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Strategy formulation

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Strategy implementation

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Strategy evaluation

Question 6

What is the primary role of stakeholders in strategic planning?

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To contribute insights and feedback

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To approve the final plan

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To implement and execute the plan

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To monitor and evaluate the plan

Question 7

What is the main purpose of a vision statement?

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To articulate the company's long-term aspirations

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To describe the company's current situation

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To provide guidance for strategic decision-making

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To motivate employees

Question 8

The primary purpose of a SWOT analysis is to:

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Examine internal and external factors

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Develop specific goals and objectives

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Compare your business to competitors

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Forecast future market trends

Question 9

Which of the following is **not** included in Porter's Five Forces analysis?

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Technological advancements

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Supplier power

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Buyer power

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Competitive rivalry

Question 10

Which step is typically NOT included in the strategic planning process?

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Hiring a consultant

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Conducting a SWOT analysis

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Setting financial goals

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Evaluating the plan's effectiveness

Question 11

What is the primary purpose of conducting a SWOT analysis?

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To identify the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats facing a business

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To develop a detailed financial plan for the future

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To analyse the competitive landscape of an industry

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To assess the social and environmental impact of a business

Question 12

Which of the following factors **would not** be considered in a PEST analysis?

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Customer demographics

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Political factors

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Economic factors

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Technological factors

Question 13

What is the role of a mission statement in strategic planning?

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To provide a clear and concise definition of the business's purpose and values

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To establish specific and measurable financial targets

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To identify the key stakeholders of the business

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To outline the operational procedures of the business

Question 14

Which of the following is **NOT** a common challenge encountered in strategic planning?

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Perfect information and complete foresight

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Uncertainty and change in the business environment

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Lack of resources and capabilities

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Resistance to change from employees

Question 15

According to Porter's Five Forces model, which force represents the potential threat posed by new entrants?

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Threat of new entrants

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Bargaining power of buyers

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Bargaining power of suppliers

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Rivalry among existing competitors

Question 16

In an industry with rapid changes and limited data, which strategic planning approach is most suitable?

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Scenario Planning

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Ansoff Matrix

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BCG Matrix

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Porter's Five Forces

Question 17

The purpose of a SWOT analysis is to:

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Identify internal strengths and weaknesses, and external opportunities and threats

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Develop strategies to achieve goals

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Evaluate the effectiveness of a strategy

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Conduct market research

Question 18

Which of Porter's Five Forces refers to the potential of new businesses entering an industry?

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Threat of new entrants

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Supplier power

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Buyer power

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Competitive rivalry

Question 19

In strategic planning, a 'stakeholder' refers to:

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Any individual or group who can be affected by or has an interest in an organization

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Shareholders and investors only

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Management and employees solely

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Customers and suppliers

Question 20

Which of the following is an example of a quantitative method for strategic planning?

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Market research utilizing numerical data

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SWOT analysis

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Brainstorming

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Scenario planning

Question 21

The concept of 'emergent strategy' refers to:

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A strategy that arises and evolves gradually through a series of actions and decisions

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A strategy that is deliberately planned and implemented

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A strategy that is imposed by external forces

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A strategy that is not aligned with the organization's mission

Question 22

The term 'mission statement' in strategic planning refers to:

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A concise statement of an organization's fundamental purpose, values, and aspirations

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A detailed plan of actions to achieve goals

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A description of the organization's products and services

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A forecast of future trends in the industry

Question 23

Which of the following is NOT a key component of SWOT analysis?

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Risks

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Strengths

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Weaknesses

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Opportunities

Question 24

PEST analysis primarily focuses on identifying external factors that:

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Influence a business's industry environment

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Impact a business's financial performance

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Determine a business's market share

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Shape a business's customer base

Question 25

According to Porter's Five Forces model, which force examines the threat of new entrants into an industry?

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Threat of new entrants

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Bargaining power of suppliers

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Bargaining power of buyers

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Threat of substitutes

Question 26

The process of aligning an organization's resources and capabilities with its strategic objectives is known as:

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Strategic alignment

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SWOT analysis

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Resource allocation

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Value chain analysis

Question 27

The process of continuously monitoring and evaluating strategic performance is known as:

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Strategic control

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Strategic assessment

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Strategic feedback

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Strategic review

Question 28

The process of developing and executing strategies that align with an organization's long-term goals is known as:

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Strategic management

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Business planning

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Operations management

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Financial management

Question 29

Porter's Five Forces model primarily analyzes:

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An industry's competitive intensity.

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The ease of entering or exiting a market.

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The impact of government regulations.

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Consumer buying habits.

Question 30

Vision and mission statements in strategic planning serve to:

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Outline the organization's purpose and objectives.

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Detail specific strategies for achieving targets.

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Identify the organization's strengths and weaknesses.

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Analyze the external environment.

Question 31

What is the purpose of SWOT analysis?

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To identify internal and external factors that may affect a business

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To develop strategies to achieve business goals

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To assess the financial performance of a business

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To forecast future market trends

Question 32

What is the difference between a mission statement and a vision statement?

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A mission statement defines the current purpose of a business, while a vision statement outlines its future aspirations

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A vision statement defines the current purpose of a business, while a mission statement outlines its future aspirations

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Both mission and vision statements define the current purpose of a business

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Both mission and vision statements outline the future aspirations of a business

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental element of strategic planning?

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Organizational structure

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SWOT analysis

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PEST analysis

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Porter's Five Forces

Question 34

SWOT analysis is primarily used for:

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Identifying internal and external factors affecting an organization

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Developing strategies to exploit opportunities and address threats

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Analyzing the competitive landscape

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Forecasting future market trends

Question 35

The primary objective of SWOT analysis is to:

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Identify internal and external factors that can impact an organization

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Analyze the competitive landscape

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Develop strategies to address weaknesses and threats

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Forecast future economic trends

Question 36

The PEST analysis framework considers factors in:

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Political, economic, social, and technological environments

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Internal and external organizational capabilities

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Market trends and industry dynamics

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Financial and operational performance

Question 37

What is the primary distinction between a mission statement and a vision statement?

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The mission statement focuses on the present, while the vision statement focuses on the future

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The vision statement is more specific than the mission statement

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The mission statement is created by the board of directors, while the vision statement is created by the CEO

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There is no fundamental difference between mission statement and vision statement

Question 38

Which generic strategy involves setting the business apart with unique products or services?

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Differentiation

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Cost leadership

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Market segmentation

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Value chain optimization

Question 39

Which strategy involves expanding into a new market with a similar offering?

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Market expansion

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Market penetration

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Product development

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Diversification

Question 40

The primary purpose of PEST analysis is to identify:

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External environmental factors

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Internal business factors

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Financial performance indicators

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Market trends and opportunities

Question 41

Which step is crucial in the strategic planning process?

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Developing a clear mission statement

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Conducting thorough market research

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Identifying key stakeholders

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Setting realistic financial goals

Question 42

Which is NOT a potential challenge in implementing strategic plans?

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Supportive management

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Lack of employee buy-in

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Rapid changes in the external environment

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Insufficient resources

Question 43

The process of reviewing and adjusting strategic plans is known as:

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Monitoring and control

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Performance measurement

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Risk assessment

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Competitive analysis

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a key element of strategic planning?

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Financial analysis

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SWOT analysis

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PEST analysis

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Porter's Five Forces

Question 45

Porter's Five Forces model is primarily used to:

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Analyze industry competition

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Identify potential threats to a business

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Develop competitive strategies

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Forecast future market trends

Question 46

What is the primary distinction between a strategy and a tactic?

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A strategy is long-term and broad in scope, while a tactic is short-term and specific

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A tactic is long-term and broad in scope, while a strategy is short-term and specific

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There is no difference between a strategy and a tactic

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A strategy is broad in scope but short-term, while a tactic is specific but long-term

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit of strategic planning?

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Immediate financial gains

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Improved decision-making

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Increased innovation

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Enhanced competitiveness

Question 48

In SWOT analysis, what does the 'W' stand for?

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Weaknesses

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Wants

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Worries

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Wishes

Question 49

A company with a large market share and a strong online presence would be considered to have:

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Strengths

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Weaknesses

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Opportunities

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Threats

Question 50

Which of the following would NOT be a potential weakness for a business?

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Strong brand reputation

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Limited financial resources

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Lack of skilled labor

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Outdated technology

Question 51

Porter's Five Forces analysis can be used to help a business:

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Understand the competitive forces in an industry

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Predict future industry trends

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Identify opportunities for innovation

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Evaluate the effectiveness of marketing campaigns

Question 52

The PEST analysis framework is used to analyze:

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Political, economic, social, and technological factors

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Porter's Five Forces

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Key industry trends

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Internal organizational capabilities

Question 53

Which of the following is **NOT** an element of strategic planning?

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Budgeting and financial planning

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SWOT analysis

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PEST analysis

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Porter's Five Forces

Question 54

What is the main purpose of a SWOT analysis?

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To identify and assess internal strengths and weaknesses, as well as external opportunities and threats

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To develop long-term financial goals

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To assess the competitive landscape

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To prioritize strategic initiatives

Question 55

According to Porter's Five Forces, which force refers to the threat of new entrants into an industry?

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Barriers to entry

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Competitive rivalry

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Threat of substitutes

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Bargaining power of buyers

Question 56

What is the relationship between strategic planning and tactical planning?

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Strategic planning provides the overall direction, while tactical planning involves the specific actions to achieve those goals

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Tactical planning is more important than strategic planning

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They are unrelated and can be conducted independently

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Strategic planning should only be done by senior management

Question 57

What is the primary responsibility of a business's board of directors in strategic planning?

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To approve the strategic plan

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To develop the strategic plan

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To implement the strategic plan

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To monitor the performance of the strategic plan