CIPS L5M7 Exam - Topic 2 Question 9 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L5M7 exam

Question #: 9
Topic #: 2

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Which type of relationship seeks greater commitment and preferential treatment through exclusivity?

DSingle-sourcing

CAdversarial

AOutsourcing

BPartnership

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Suggested Answer: D

Single-sourcing builds exclusive, strategic relationships with one supplier to secure priority service and joint improvement opportunities.

Short cited extract: ''Single-sourcing -- exclusivity to gain stronger commitment and collaboration.'' (L5M7 Study Guide, p. 81)

by Ellen at Jan 26, 2026, 07:29 AM

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Caprice

5 days ago

I remember something about exclusivity in close friendships too, but it feels like it could apply to business partnerships as well.

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Madalyn

10 days ago

I think this might be about romantic relationships, but I'm not entirely sure if that's the only type.

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Andrew

15 days ago

I've got a good strategy here. I'll list out the main types of relationships, then analyze each one in terms of commitment and exclusivity to identify the best match.

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Georgene

20 days ago

Wait, what's the difference between a "relationship" and a "type of relationship"? I'm a little confused about the wording of this question.

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Venita

26 days ago

Okay, I've got this. Exclusive relationships, like marriage or a committed partnership, involve a higher level of commitment and expectation of loyalty compared to more casual dating.

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Albina

1 month ago

Hmm, this seems like it's getting at the difference between casual and more serious relationships. I'll need to think through the defining features of each to determine the best answer.

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Linette

1 month ago

I think this is asking about the characteristics of different types of relationships, like romantic or business partnerships. I'd want to consider the key differences in commitment and exclusivity.

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