Strategic business unit is a distinct business that has its own set of competitors and can be managed reasonably independently of other business within the organization.

The data of the S&P 500 is quoted to indicate that________ A: Technology has expanded at a fast pace. B: Companies attempting to grow rapidly must introduce technology. C: Subsectors are more helpful to understand the companies involved. D: Information technology companies have a great increase in number.

It is essential that the contract __________ before other companies negotiate with them. A: must be signed B: is signed C: be signed D: to be signed

When doing business with American companies， one should not expect them to be the same. Business culture in the US differs from company to company on many levels， including ___.（ ）. A: Business structures B: All of the above C: Region D: Industry

Companies risk losing their home markets ________. A: by protecting themselves from competition at home B: to other domestic competitors C: as they may find foreign competitors in their own backyards D: by focusing only on their home markets E: in hopes of growing market share at home