Which of the following are considered threats in an organization's SWOT analysis? (Select TWO options.)

The correct answer is B. Increase in competition D. New regulatory requirements. In a SWOT analysis, threats are external factors that could negatively impact organizational performance. The correct answers are increase in competition (B) and new regulatory requirements (D). An increase in competition represents an external market pressure that may reduce mar

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ADecline in productivity
BIncrease in competition
CLack of investment capital
DNew regulatory requirements
EDecrease in customer retention

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A
6% (2)
B
91% (32)
C
3% (1)

Explanation

In a SWOT analysis, threats are external factors that could negatively impact organizational performance. The correct answers are increase in competition (B) and new regulatory requirements (D). An increase in competition represents an external market pressure that may reduce market share or pricing power. New regulations can introduce compliance costs, operational constraints, or legal risk--all outside the organization's control. Decline in productivity (A), lack of investment capital (C), and decrease in customer retention (E) are internal issues and are typically categorized as weaknesses, not threats. SPHR exam content stresses accurate classification within SWOT: Strengths and weaknesses = internal Opportunities and threats = external Correct categorization ensures sound strategic decision-making.

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