If South Africa were to trade diamonds to the United States in exchange for heavy machinery, these countries would execute a(n)

A(n) ________ is a systematic collection of data about all elements of the firm's external and internal environments

A) environmental scan B) strategic analysis C) strategic formulation D) situation analysis

Which advice about analyzing the audience reaction is correct?

A) Regardless of the anticipated reader reaction, use the indirect approach. B) If the reader is likely to oppose your ideas, supply additional evidence and supporting facts. C) If the reader is likely to have a positive reaction, use little jargon and strong persuasion. D) If you expect the reader to react negatively to you, prove that your colleagues strongly agree with you. E) If you anticipate a neutral reaction, open your message with your strongest point.