What Is an Advantage That a Sales Force Consisting of Local

question 98

Multiple Choice

What is an advantage that a sales force consisting of local nationals is likely to have over a sales force of expatriates?

• A) They are more efficient in communicating with and influencing headquarters' personnel.
• B) They cost the firm less to maintain.
• C) They add more to the prestige of the product line in the eyes of foreign customers.
• D) They have greater technical expertise.
• E) They are less likely to accept any form of bribe.

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Definitions:

Double-Declining-Balance

An accelerated method of depreciation that doubles the regular depreciation rate, allowing for faster depreciation of assets in the early years.

Straight-Line

A method of calculating depreciation or amortization by dividing the difference between an asset's cost and its salvage value by the number of years it is expected to be used.

Depreciation Expense

The allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting wear and tear, deterioration, or obsolescence.

Capital Expenditures

Money spent by a firm on buying or improving hard assets such as land, factories, or equipment.