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1.
Having an efficient scale also means having a wide moat.
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False. Although there are some efficient-scales with wide moats, the majority of them have narrow moats.
2.
A company can achieve the 'network effect' simply by more people using its product or service.
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True. As more people use it, its value to the marketplace grows.
3.
There are many ways a company can build a sustainable competitive advantage in its industry. Which of the following is not one of them?
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None of the above. All of these approaches can build a sustainable competitive advantage.
4.
In the language of companies, what are switching costs?
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Expenses incurred to switch over from one product to another. From the company's point of view, these can be a very positive thing.
5.
How can a low-cost producer achieve a barrier to entry?
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All of the above. These are all ways that a low-cost producer can achieve barriers to entry.
6.
When a company tries to differentiate its product from those of its competition by spending money on marketing, it is attempting to create what type of moat?
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Intangible assets. Marketing is generally done to build brands, and brands are intangible assets.