A major concern with outsourcing is that the company may lose ________ by being forced to reveal proprietary trade secrets.
A)market position
B)employees
C)market value
D)intellectual capital

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Intellectual capital refers to the knowledge, skills, and technology that a company possesses and uses to create value. When outsourcing, a company may be required to reveal this information to the outsourcing provider, which can be a risk if the provider is a competitor or lacks adequate confidentiality measures. This loss of intellectual capital can negatively impact a company's competitiveness and position in the market.

A Major Concern with Outsourcing Is That the Company May