When Trade Barriers Began to Fall, What Was the Motivation

question 33

Multiple Choice

When trade barriers began to fall, what was the motivation for much of the foreign direct investment by non-U.S. firms?

• A) desire to disperse production activities to optimal locations
• B) need to suppress emerging economies such as China, India, and Brazil
• C) demand for skilled workers in foreign nations
• D) lack of adequate environmental regulations
• E) establishment of multinational treaties

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