John R. Harland Company is best known for printing checks. Its Financial Solutions division develops software for mortgage companies, which is a growing industry. This division is currently not producing at the desired level of profitability, but Harland plans to turn the division into a success by acquiring other companies that develop similar software. Harland would be engaging in a _____ strategy.
A. harvesting
B. diversification
C. divesting
D. holding
E. building
Answer: E
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