Winter Wonder Inc. is a leader in producing winter sports equipment, including skis and skates. Recently, the firm decided to expand into the bobsled market and acquired Sleds by Bob Inc. This company produced bobsleds, but its sales had slowed. The managers of Winter Wonder convinced themselves that they were able to manage the business of Sleds by Bob more effectively even though they had no experience in the bobsled market. However, this move backfired and the sale of Sleds by Bob's bobsleds plummeted. Which of the following terms is often used to describe this scenario?
A. managerial hubris
B. winner's disadvantage
C. interdepartmental apathy
D. winner's curse
Answer: A
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