Purchasers always want to select suppliers who are profitable and growing. (True or false?)

Purchasers always want to select suppliers who are profitable and growing.
 a. True
  b. False
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

The __________ is a publication of the Bureau of Labor Statistics that provides an excellent overview of different marketing-related jobs.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 3

What are the four areas of major concern which get government attention in most international markets?
 a. Product, price, differentiation, and protection
  b. Markets, media, money, and mechanics
  c. Trade sanctions, export controls, import controls, and regulation of business behavior
  d. Currency fluctuation, international monetary fund, taxes, and supply forecasts

Question 4

Many purchasers prefer to focus on suppliers who have the capability to do the job regardless of size.
 a. True
  b. False
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 5

A(n) __________ is an individual hired to build and maintain positive relationships between his or her employer and the public.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Question 6

In general, which of the following statements best describes the political environment in most countries in terms of their support for international marketing efforts?
 a. Only firms who pay tariffs are looked favorably upon by the host government.
  b. Most countries are supportive of international marketing.
  c. Most countries try to deny international marketers access to their markets.
  d. Governments believe commerce to be the main objective.

Question 7

Local suppliers are less responsive to the buying firm's changing needs and cannot economically make frequent smaller deliveries.
 a. True
  b. False
 Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 8

__________ are associations for professionals of the same or similar industries formed for continuing education and networking.
 Fill in the blank(s) with correct word