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Which ofthefollowingbest describes the purpose of Michael Porter's Five Forces model?
Suggested Answer: A
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33 comments · newest first
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Renay
11 months ago
I thought it was about internal strengths, but C seems spot on!
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Soledad
11 months ago
Totally agree with C! Makes the most sense to me.
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Lavelle
11 months ago
Wait, isn't it more about competition than just profit?
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Luis
12 months ago
Definitely C! That's the main goal of the model.
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Tiara
12 months ago
It's all about industry profit potential, right?
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Bernardo
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
User 3: Definitely, you don't want to enter an industry that won't bring in the money.
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Gwenn
1 year ago
User 2: Yeah, I agree. It's all about the profit potential before diving in.
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Grover
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
A) To examine the macro environment to identify any triggers for change.
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Valentine
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
I agree, C is the correct answer. Understanding the profit potential of the industry is key.
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Lavonda
2 years 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
1 year 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
1 year ago
A) To examine the macro environment to identify any triggers for change.
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Dorethea
2 years ago
I believe it's also about analyzing the competitive forces in the industry to gain competitive advantage.
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Cordelia
2 years 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
2 years ago
I think the purpose of Michael Porter's Five Forces model is to identify the profit potential from the industry.