3 points A recent study reported that the stock price appreciation of technology companies in the lowest third of R&D spending have consistently outperformed companies in the highest third over 1-, 3-,5-. and 10-year periods since 1977. * True False 1 point To objectively evaluate feasible alternative strategies identified in Stage 2. the Quantitative Strategic Planning Matrix (QSPM) uses input information derived from Stage 1. O True False Although a useful step in the strategic management process, value chain 2 points analysis does a lot to help a firm monitor whether its prices and costs are competitive True False 2 points A characteristic that describes the most competitive companies is adopting the adage, "Whether it's broke or not, fix it"; in other words. continually strive to improve everything about the firm. True False