Which of the following statements regarding internal development as a means of diversification is false?

A. The firm is able to capture the wealth created without having to 'share the wealth' with alliance partners.
B. Firms can develop products or services at a lower cost if they rely on their own resources instead of external funding.
C. Many companies use internal development to extend their product lines or add to their service offerings.
D. An advantage of internal development is that it is generally faster than other means of diversification and firms can benefit from speed in developing new products and services.


Answer: D

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