The risk for firms that follow the unrelated diversification strategy in developed economies is that: a. conglomerates are typically owned by one powerful entrepreneur and do not survive his/her retirement or death. b. government regulations, especially in europe, have periodically forced the dissolution of conglomerates. c. competitors can imitate financial economies more easily than they imitate economies of scope. d. external investors tend to dump the stocks of conglomerates during economic downturns.

The answer is letter C.

Explanation:

The risk for firms that follow the unrelated diversification strategy in developed economies is that: competitors can imitate financial economies more easily than they imitate economies of scope.

abolish

do away with

unanimous

in complete agreement

secede

separate; break free

inauguration

starting a new position with a formal ceremony.

cooperationist

people who wanted the north to cooperate with the south

surrender

to give up

volunteer

perform a service for free

draft

involuntary service in military

retreat

withdraw; move away from enemy

advisor

expert who gives advice

explanation:

answer; to save lives and protect property;