What Is the Proper Classification for a Canadian Working for a U.S.-Based

question 18

Multiple Choice

What is the proper classification for a Canadian working for a U.S.-based, international company, on a six-month assignment in Saudi Arabia working under a U.S.-based compensation package?

• A) a third-country national on a commuter assignment
• B) a host-country national on a short-term assignment
• C) a third-country national on a short-term assignment
• D) an expatriate on a foreign assignment

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Definitions:

Theoretically Diverse

Reflecting a wide range of theories or approaches, often within a single field of study or practice, illustrating a variety of perspectives.

School of Thought

A collection or group of people who share common characteristics of opinion or outlook of a philosophy, discipline, belief, social movement, economics, cultural movement, or art movement.

Multifactorial Approach

An analytical strategy considering multiple factors or causes in understanding phenomena or outcomes.

Situational Factors

External influences that affect an individual's behavior or performance in a given context or environment.