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The Strategist Quiz (#262)

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Gaurav Sri Krishna New Delhi

 

  1. Built to Last is the title of a popular business book written by Jim Collins. Name the business group that uses the same phrase as its logo. 
     
  2. “Soon Vapour magnesium is going to compete with brushed aluminum.” What do you infer from this statement? 
     
  3. The English brought to India the criollo variety but the plants were too weak to survive the harsh Indian climate. After Independence, an MNC brought in the sturdier forastero variety and planted them along with coconut plantations in Kerala. Name the MNC and the commodity being described. 
     
  4. This firm has designed a complete line of bathroom ceramics and furnishings, a kitchen sink, a battery ceiling lamp, a champagne refrigerator, an office trolley and a cell phone. It is a renowned luxury brand. The bathroom series is branded F1. Name it. 
     
  5. Who uses the slogan “Where dreams are made” and for what? 
     
  6. What is common to Dr Swati Piramal of the Piramal group and Walter Issacson, CEO of Aspen group and author of Steve Jobs’ biography? 
     
  7. Name this company whose name comes from Latin for day and Greek for world. 
     
  8. What is common to Usha fans, Delmonte Tomato sauce and John’s umbrellas? 
     
  9. Whose brands are Excellence Chili and Excellence Sea Salt? 
     
  10. Identify both logos from the visuals and name a brand that is connected to both of them. 

One lucky winner will receive a cheque for Rs 2,000. Send your entries to strategist@bsmail.in. All entries must carry the postal address of the contestant. Last date for receiving entries: July 17, till 8 pm. Previous winners, employees of Business Standard and Wiley India and their families are not eligible to participate.

 

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First Published: Jul 16 2012 | 12:09 AM IST

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