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CIPS L3M1 Exam - Topic 4 Question 17 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L3M1 exam
Question #: 17
Topic #: 4
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Because of the need for frequent or semi-frequent uses of competition, public sector buyers are less likely to find themselves in a close partnership arrangement with a supplier than private sector buy-ers. True or false?

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Suggested Answer: B

'Multi-national corporation' is the correct answer. Very large international organisations, with very large turnover, purchasing power and influence. Examples would include: Alphabet, Amazon, Ap-ple, Dell, Ford, Shell, Toyota, etc


by Omer at Aug 05, 2024, 09:24 PM

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Ciara
3 months ago
I disagree, I've seen public partnerships work well in some cases.
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Shenika
3 months ago
Interesting point, but I wonder if there are exceptions.
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Stephen
3 months ago
Really? I thought some public sectors had long-term contracts.
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Domonique
4 months ago
Totally agree, partnerships are rare in public procurement!
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Louisa
4 months ago
Public sector often prioritizes transparency and competition.
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Louann
4 months ago
This is tricky! I recall that public sector contracts can be more rigid, but I wonder if there are exceptions where partnerships do happen.
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Theodora
4 months ago
I feel like I've seen a similar question before, and it leaned towards the idea that public sector buyers do prioritize competition, so I might go with true.
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Shaniqua
4 months ago
I'm not entirely sure, but I remember a case study where public sector partnerships were successful. Maybe it depends on the context?
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Herman
5 months ago
I think this statement is true because public sector buyers often have to follow strict procurement rules that emphasize competition.
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Enola
5 months ago
Okay, I've got a strategy. I'll start by identifying the key differences between public and private sector buyers, then apply that to the question.
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Samira
5 months ago
Ah, I see what they're getting at. Based on what we've learned, I'm confident the correct answer is True.
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Mozelle
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm a little unsure about this one. I'll need to review my notes on public vs. private sector procurement practices.
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Han
5 months ago
The wording is a bit tricky, but I think I can break this down. Let me think it through step-by-step.
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Catalina
5 months ago
This question seems straightforward, but I want to make sure I understand the key concepts before answering.
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Claribel
5 months ago
This seems straightforward, just need to convert the table to a cell range while keeping the formatting.
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Jonell
5 months ago
Hmm, I'm a bit unsure about this one. I know there are different roles involved in programme management, but I'm not totally clear on the specific responsibilities of each. I'll have to think it through step-by-step.
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Samuel
10 months ago
Ah, the age-old dilemma of public sector buyers and their supplier relationships. It's like they're constantly playing a game of 'keep away' with the vendors.
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Julene
8 months ago
A) False
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Lelia
8 months ago
B) True
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Iluminada
8 months ago
A) False
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Larae
10 months ago
Well, I guess the public sector is all about keeping their distance from suppliers. Can't get too cozy, you know? Gotta keep that professional 'I-don't-know-you' vibe going on.
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Pete
10 months ago
The answer is B. True. Public sector procurement is often more focused on competition and transparency, limiting the ability to form close partnerships.
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Jani
8 months ago
The answer is B. True. Public sector procurement is often more focused on competition and transparency, limiting the ability to form close partnerships.
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Lourdes
9 months ago
B) True
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Stefany
9 months ago
A) False
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Ciara
10 months ago
False, public sector buyers can still establish collaborative relationships with suppliers, just with more oversight and governance.
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Alisha
9 months ago
True
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Corazon
9 months ago
True
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Reiko
9 months ago
False
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Dyan
10 months ago
False. While competition is important in the public sector, it doesn't necessarily prevent close partnerships from forming.
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Lemuel
10 months ago
True, public sector buyers tend to have more stringent procurement rules and less flexibility to develop close partnerships with suppliers.
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Glendora
10 months ago
B) True
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Bong
10 months ago
True, public sector buyers often have to follow strict procurement rules which can limit their ability to form close partnerships with suppliers.
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Colby
10 months ago
A) False
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Shala
10 months ago
True. Public sector buyers often have to go through competitive bidding processes which may hinder close partnerships.
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Chantell
11 months ago
False. Public sector buyers may still form close partnerships with suppliers for long-term contracts.
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