A core competence

Multiple Choice

is a more competitively valuable strength than a competence because of the key role the activities play in the company's strategy$-$

is more difficult for rivals to copy than a distinctive competence.

typically has competitive value, the amount of which is reflected in the physical and tangible assets on a company's balance sheet

refers to a company's lowest$-$cost and most efficiently executed value$-$chain activity.

usually is grounded in the technological expertise of a particular department or work group.