Corporation ABC is in a highly competitive industry.NGO pressure has been exerted to have this industry change its sourcing policies.ABC decides to publicly announce that it is the first in the industry to change in sourcing policy.Spar and LeMure define this as a ________ response type used to gain a _________ advantage over others in the industry.

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The response type used by Corporation ABC is pre-emption, as it is taking action before any potential regulations or pressure from NGOs can force them to change their sourcing policies. This response is aimed at gaining a competitive advantage over others in the industry, as they are positioning themselves as the first to make the change. Therefore, the correct answer is C) pre-emption; competitive.

Corporation ABC Is in a Highly Competitive Industry