CIPS Exam L4M2 Topic 10 Question 55 Discussion

Actual exam question for CIPS's L4M2 exam

Question #: 55
Topic #: 10

[All L4M2 Questions]

Which competitive forces influence markets in our modern environment?

AManufacturing of goods and services

BProduction companies and relationships

CIncreased cost in supply and deliveries

DBargaining strength of suppliers and buyers

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Suggested Answer: D

The bargaining strength of suppliers and buyers is a key factor influencing market competitiveness, as outlined in frameworks like Porter's Five Forces. These forces dictate pricing, supply availability, and value delivery. Reference: CIPS Level 4, Market Analysis and Competitive Forces.

by Jamal at Mar 06, 2025, 04:01 PM

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Nelida

6 days ago

Manufacturing of goods and services also has a big impact on competitive forces in the market.

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Shawna

11 days ago

I think production companies and relationships are crucial in influencing markets as well.

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Leota

12 days ago

I agree with Yaeko, but I also believe that increased cost in supply and deliveries plays a significant role.

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Jeniffer

13 days ago

A) Manufacturing of goods and services? More like manufacturing consent, amirite? *wink wink*

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Dudley

15 days ago

B) Production companies and relationships? What is this, a sociology exam? Give me the good old Michael Porter any day!

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Yaeko

20 days ago

I think the bargaining strength of suppliers and buyers is a major competitive force.

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Lindsay

20 days ago

I don't know, I think C) Increased cost in supply and deliveries is a pretty important factor these days. All this inflation is really shaking up the markets.

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