When analysing a market, the availability of substitute products or suppliers is the only competitive...

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Update on: Mar 15, 2026
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CIPS L4M2 Question Answer

When analysing a market, the availability of substitute products or suppliers is the only competitive force to consider. Is this statement correct?

No, availability of substitutes is not a competitive market force

No, other forces include the threat of new entrants and bargaining strength of buyers and suppliers

Yes, substitute products and therefore cost is the source of all competition

Yes, it is the only competitive force relevant to procurement

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