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CIMAPRA19-E02-1 Exam - Topic 1 Question 101 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIMA's CIMAPRA19-E02-1 exam
Question #: 101
Topic #: 1
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Which ofthefollowingbest describes the purpose of Michael Porter's Five Forces model?

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by Daniela at Sep 17, 2024, 06:16 PM

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Renay
3 months ago
I thought it was about internal strengths, but C seems spot on!
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Soledad
3 months ago
Totally agree with C! Makes the most sense to me.
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Lavelle
3 months ago
Wait, isn't it more about competition than just profit?
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Luis
4 months ago
Definitely C! That's the main goal of the model.
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Tiara
4 months ago
It's all about industry profit potential, right?
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Bernardo
4 months ago
I thought the model focused on competitive forces, so I’m leaning towards C, but I can see how D might relate to stakeholder analysis.
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Meaghan
4 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I feel like it could also relate to understanding external factors, so A might be a possibility too.
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Adela
4 months ago
I remember practicing a question similar to this, and I think it was about assessing competition and profitability, which sounds like option C again.
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Barabara
5 months ago
I think the Five Forces model is more about the industry rather than just the internal environment, so maybe it's C?
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Ciara
5 months ago
I'm pretty confident that the answer is C. The Five Forces model is all about analyzing the industry's profitability and competitiveness to guide strategic decisions. The other options don't quite capture the essence of the model.
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Donte
5 months ago
I'm a bit confused by the wording of the options. They all seem kind of similar. I'll have to re-read the question and the choices a few times to make sure I understand the nuances between them before selecting an answer.
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Nakisha
5 months ago
Okay, let me try to break this down. The Five Forces model looks at things like the threat of new entrants, the bargaining power of suppliers and buyers, the threat of substitutes, and industry rivalry. I think the key is that it's assessing the industry's profit potential. I'll go with C.
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Susy
5 months ago
This question seems straightforward. I think the answer is C - to identify the profit potential from the industry to determine whether to enter or remain in the industry.
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Anissa
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know the Five Forces model is about analyzing the industry, but I can't quite remember the specific purpose. I'll have to think it through carefully.
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Leonard
10 months ago
Hmm, this is a tricky one. I'm gonna go with C, just because I can't imagine Porter coming up with a model that doesn't help you figure out if an industry is worth getting into.
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Noah
8 months ago
User 3: Definitely, you don't want to enter an industry that won't bring in the money.
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Gwenn
8 months ago
User 2: Yeah, I agree. It's all about the profit potential before diving in.
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Grover
8 months ago
User 1: I think C makes sense, you want to know if it's worth being in that industry.
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Gretchen
10 months ago
B) To examine the internal environment to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the business which can be used to gain competitive advantage. Sounds like a good way to get an edge over the competition.
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Dong
10 months ago
D) To analyse the stakeholders of the business and their power and interest in order to manage them effectively. Gotta keep those stakeholders happy, you know!
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Burma
9 months ago
C) To identify the profit potential from the industry to determine whether to enter or remain in the industry.
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Micaela
9 months ago
B) To examine the internal environment to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the business which can be used to gain competitive advantage.
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Sueann
9 months ago
A) To examine the macro environment to identify any triggers for change.
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Valentine
10 months ago
This is a tough one, but I think C is the best answer. Porter's model is all about understanding the industry's profitability, which is crucial for any business decision.
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Judy
9 months ago
I see your point, but I still believe C is the most accurate. Knowing the profit potential can really impact strategic decisions.
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Novella
9 months ago
I think B might also be a good choice. Analyzing internal strengths and weaknesses can definitely help in gaining a competitive advantage.
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Cristina
9 months ago
I agree, C is the correct answer. Understanding the profit potential of the industry is key.
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Lavonda
10 months ago
C) To identify the profit potential from the industry to determine whether to enter or remain in the industry. Seems like the most accurate choice to me.
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Patrick
9 months ago
B) To examine the internal environment to identify the strengths and weaknesses of the business which can be used to gain competitive advantage.
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Alverta
10 months ago
A) To examine the macro environment to identify any triggers for change.
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Dorethea
11 months ago
I believe it's also about analyzing the competitive forces in the industry to gain competitive advantage.
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Cordelia
11 months ago
I agree with Carin. It helps in determining whether to enter or remain in the industry based on the profit potential.
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Carin
11 months ago
I think the purpose of Michael Porter's Five Forces model is to identify the profit potential from the industry.
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