Which of the following exemplifies local content requirements?
A) Titania charges a 27 percent tariff on imported dairy products.
B) At least 40 percent of the value of all computers assembled in Titania must be from parts or other inputs produced in Titania.
C) Titania bans imports of firearms.
D) Titania imposes extensive inspections and bureaucratic procedures on the import of alcoholic beverages.
Question 2Question 3Which of the following is a societal consequence of market globalization?
A) greater emphasis on proactive internationalization
B) internationalization of firm's value chain
C) new risks and instant rivalry from foreign competitors
D) offshoring and the flight of jobs
Question 4International portfolio investment is characterized by ________.
A) short-term foreign market speculation
B) long-term administration of MNE stocks
C) active control of a foreign business
D) passive ownership of foreign stocks and bonds
Question 5Question 6Which of the following would most likely oppose the opening of a Super Sports store in Norway?
A) labor unions
B) local sports retailers
C) international banks
D) local sports enthusiasts
Question 7The rate of inflation is a(n) ________ factor to be considered while selecting the location for FDI.
A) profit retention
B) market
C) infrastructural
D) human resource
Question 8Which of the following refers to a risk, stemming from environmental factors, that is closely associated with global sourcing?
A) weak intellectual property laws
B) overreliance on suppliers
C) high energy costs
D) rapid turnover of skilled employees
Question 9International portfolio investment refers to a firm's direct control of foreign operations and is an equity-based method of foreign market entry.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false