________ Are Most Likely to Discourage Global Expansion of Businesses

question 33

Multiple Choice

________ are most likely to discourage global expansion of businesses.

• A) Economies of scale
• B) Factor endowments
• C) Trade barriers
• D) Mass customization
• E) Low transportation costs

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