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Read Ch 3 and 4 attached. Due 8/28/19 9 am eastern w/ turnitin report

1. Select an organization in the health care arena you would like to work for.  With this organization in mind, describe how strategic thinking could lead to the identification of opportunities for this organization to gain a competitive edge in the industry. Provide at least one example that demonstrates the importance of “strategic thinking.” 200 words

2. The U.S. population continues to diversify, increase in average age (primarily due to baby boomers), and to be influenced by national legislation (e.g., Affordable Care Act, Medicare Modernization Act, HITECH Act). Select a specific type of health care organization. Which market segments pose opportunities for growth, and which pose threats to the organization’s survival? Provide at least one strategy related to the assessment and interaction with its market and customers that will maximize opportunities and minimize threats. Support your primary response with at least one scholarly source. 200 words