The Large Increase in the Number of Separate Countries in the World

question 3

Multiple Choice

The large increase in the number of separate countries in the world since World War II has been influenced most seriously by:

• A) decolonization
• B) human consciousness
• C) ethnic identity
• D) racial identity
• E) emergence of the European Union

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Cost Management

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Cost Savings

The reduction in expenses achieved through efficient management, negotiation, process improvements, or other means, contributing to increased profitability.

Cost Reductions

Efforts made to lower operating expenses and production costs without compromising quality or performance.

Cost Avoidance

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