The competitive advantage opportunities that a global competitor can gain by dispersing performance of its activities across many nations include all of the following Except:
A. being able to shift production from one country to another to take advantage of exchange rate fluctuations, differing wage rates, differing energy costs, or differing trade restrictions.
B. being in better position to choose where and how to challenge rivals.
C. shortening delivery times to customers by having geographically scattered distribution facilities.
D. locating buyer-related activities (such as sales, advertising, after-sale service and technical assistance) close to buyers.
E. centralizing value chain activities to foster just-in-time inventory activities.
Answer: centralizing value chain activities to foster just-in-time inventory activities.