Discuss WGU Global Economics For Managers (C211) Exam Topic 3 Question 6

Which strategy for responding to multinational enterprises is appropriate in a situation in which there is low industry pressure to globalize and competitive assets are customized to home markets?

AContender strategy

BRetainer strategy

CDefender strategy

DResponder strategy

Suggested Answer: C

The defender strategy is appropriate when industry pressure to globalize is low and the firm's competitive assets are customized to the home market. In this situation, the firm does not face strong pressure to expand globally, and its strengths are mainly local, such as domestic customer relationships, local distribution knowledge, local brand reputation, or familiarity with national regulations. Option C is correct because a defender focuses on protecting its home-market position by exploiting local advantages that multinational enterprises may find difficult to copy. A contender strategy fits high globalization pressure with home-market-customized assets. An extender strategy would involve using transferable capabilities abroad, and a dodger strategy usually involves cooperating with or selling to multinational firms when pressure is high and assets are weak. Therefore, defender is the correct response.

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24 comments · newest first

Malcom 2 days ago

Because it focuses on local strengths.

Luis 7 days ago

Why Retainer?

Malcom 12 days ago

I think the Retainer strategy fits best.

Lilli 18 days ago

I feel like we should protect what we have, go with B.

Mira 23 days ago

Yeah, home market customization is key.

Bethanie 28 days ago

Retainer strategy feels right, keep strengths local.

Natalya 1 month ago

D) Responder strategy? Nah, too reactive for this situation.

Ernestine 1 month ago

C) Defender strategy seems safe, but not proactive enough.

Paola 1 month ago

A) Contender strategy could work too, but not ideal here.

Colette 2 months ago

I agree, low pressure means focus on home market.

Arlene 2 months ago

I think B) Retainer strategy fits best.

Genevieve 2 months ago

I’d go with Contender, but I see the case for Retainer too.

Brock 2 months ago

Wait, why would anyone choose Responder? Seems risky!

Pearly 2 months ago

Not so sure about that. Defender strategy could also fit.

Timmy 2 months ago

Totally agree, it’s all about keeping what works at home!

Salome 3 months ago

I think the Retainer strategy makes sense here.

Leonida 3 months ago

I keep mixing up the Responder and Retainer strategies. I think the Responder might be more about adapting to changes, but I need to double-check.

Catarina 3 months ago

This question seems similar to one we practiced about market customization. I feel like the Contender strategy could be relevant too, but I'm not confident.

Chaya 3 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about the Defender strategy being used when there's less pressure to globalize.

Nicolette 3 months ago

I think the Retainer strategy might be the right choice since it focuses on maintaining a strong position in the home market.

Mindy 4 months ago

I could be wrong, but I think the Responder strategy is more about reacting to changes rather than focusing on home market customization.

Mabelle 5 months ago

I practiced a similar question, and I feel like the Contender strategy is more about aggressive expansion, which doesn't fit here.

Marilynn 5 months ago

I'm not entirely sure, but I remember something about the Defender strategy being used when there's low pressure to globalize.

Olive 5 months ago

I think the Retainer strategy might be the right choice since it focuses on maintaining a strong position in the home market.

WGU Global Economics for Managers (C211) Exam - Topic 3 Question 6 Discussion