Imitation by rivals is most challenging when
A)resources are unique.
B)resources must be built over time.
C)capabilities reflect a high level of social complexity and causal ambiguity.
D)resources and capabilities require a high level of capital investment.
E)resources are primarily intangible.

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Rivals find it most challenging to imitate capabilities that reflect a high level of social complexity and causal ambiguity. These capabilities are often deeply embedded in the organization's culture and difficult to replicate, giving the firm a sustained competitive advantage.

Imitation by Rivals Is Most Challenging When