Hector Is a Research Scientist in the Field of Optics

Hector is a research scientist in the field of optics at TransOptic, Inc. His employer is in the middle of a series of acquisitions of other firms noted for innovations in optics. These acquisitions are expensive, and other areas of the firm have experienced budget reductions.

A) Hector's future is secure, as TransOptic is obviously committed to innovations in optics.
B) Hector should be concerned, as excessive acquisitions often cause a firm to neglect internal R&D.
C) This policy of cooperation with other cutting edge optical companies will enhance Hector's opportunities to innovate.
D) Organic growth such as this tends to erode the organization's ability to innovate internally. Hector would be wise to move to another firm.