All of the Following Are Characteristic of the Global Economy

question 61

Multiple Choice

All of the following are characteristic of the global economy EXCEPT

• A) the increasing importance of developing countries as sources of revenue growth.
• B) the free movement of goods, services, people, skills, and ideas across geographic borders.
• C) the increased use of tariffs to protect industries.
• D) higher levels of performance standards.

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Definitions:

Bigamy

The act of entering into marriage with one person while still legally married to another.

Legally Married

The official union of two individuals recognized by law, entitling them to certain rights, benefits, and obligations.

Paternity Suit

A lawsuit brought by an unmarried mother to establish that a certain person is the biological father of her child. DNA testing or a comparable procedure is often used to determine paternity.

Foster Care

A temporary arrangement in which a family is paid by the state to care for a child for a limited period of time, often pending adoption.