4. Vertical integration (Connect, Perform) Use vertical integration terminology to complete the following sentences. American Apparel owns companies that create fabrics that American Apparel will turn into clothing. This is an example of A company typically pays costs to buy supplies from another organization Read the following scenario and then respond to the question from the company's management team that follows. An American company that manufactures hand-thrown stoneware, pottery, and other ceramics has hired you as a consultant to assist with developing a vertical integration strategy. The company's leadership is considering the acquisition of a nearby clay quarry and a chain of steakhouses that use ceramic tableware. If the costs of vertical integration outweigh the benefits, what are our alternatives to achieve corporate advantage? Check all that apply. Using spot contracts to purchase clay as it is needed Purchasing a candy manufacturer Entering into a long-term contract with the restaurant chain to buy dinnerware O Outsourcing order fulfillment to a warehouse company