1.In a(n) __________, two or more firms create a legally independent company to share some of their resources to create a competitive advantage.

a. equality-based strategic alliance

b. nonequity strategic alliance

c. joint venture

d. equity strategic alliance

2.One of the reasons Amazon was not affected by its unconnected diversification could be related to the company's own various identities.

a. True

b. False

3.The majority of acquisitions increase short-term value for the acquiring firm.

a. True

b. False