Which of the Following Is NOT True About the Practices

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true about the practices of Japanese MNCs in their operations in the United States?

• A) It is much easier for labor to organize the operation of a Japanese MNC than it is a U.S.-based firm.
• B) Japanese companies do not adopt the lifetime employment concept..
• C) Use layoffs to adjust to a shortfall in demand for workers.
• D) Even though Japanese MNCs do transfer Japanese practices to U.S.facilities,the truth is that employment practices still tend to be similar to those of U.S.-based firms.
• E) Language and cultural barriers can present a big problem for Japanese managers of U.S.operations.

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