The Increased Pressures for Global Integration of Operations Have Been

question 129

Multiple Choice

The increased pressures for global integration of operations have been driven mostly by

• A) new low cost entrants.
• B) universal product demand.
• C) increased levels of joint ventures.
• D) the rise of governmental regulation.

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