The strategic management process is A. a set of activities that will assure a sustainable competitive advantage and above-average returns for the firm. B. a decision-making activity concerned with a firm’s internal resources, capabilities, and competencies, independent of the conditions in its external environment. C. a process directed by top-management with input from other stakeholders that seeks to achieve above-average returns for investors through effective use of the organization’s resources. D. the full set of commitments, decisions, and actions required for the firm to achieve above-average returns and strategic competitiveness.