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Two carmakers have developed a strange but successful partnership. Ford, a U.S. automaker,and Mazda, an Asian carmaker, have collaborated on several models, including the Explorer, the Probe, the Mazda 323, and the Mazda MX-6. The U.S. automaker has supplied Mazda with help in marketing, finance, and styling. In return, Mazda has provided manufacturing and product development expertise to Ford. Both companies have worked together toward a common goal and both have benefited as a result of theirA. strategic alliance.B. international contract.C. free trade agreement.D. collaborative treaty.E. global oligopoly.

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Answer:

A. strategic alliance

Step-by-step explanation:

A strategic alliance refers to an agreement that is made between the two companies to work for accomplishing a common objective also in this the independence is there for working. It is less difficult and less binding as compared with the joint venture

Therefore in the given situation, it represents upon the strategic alliance and the same is to be considered

hence, the correct option is A.

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