Which of the following firms is most likely to enter into a vertical strategic alliance with Boeing?
A)Airbus, a European consortium of aircraft manufacturers
B)Pratt & Whitney, an aircraft engine manufacturer
C)Cessna, an American airplane manufacturer
D)Gulfstream Aerospace, a jet aircraft producer

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Pratt & Whitney is an aircraft engine manufacturer and is likely to enter into a vertical strategic alliance with Boeing as the engine is a crucial component in the production of an aircraft. Both firms can collaborate to develop and manufacture engines that are specifically designed for Boeing's aircraft. The other three options in the question are competitors or potential competitors of Boeing, and hence, it is less likely for them to enter into a strategic alliance.

Which of the Following Firms Is Most Likely to Enter