An Important Issue in Facility Location Analysis Is Business Climate

question 36

Multiple Choice

An important issue in facility location analysis is business climate. An unfavorable business climate could be indicated by which of the following?

• A) Similar-sized businesses nearby
• B) The willingness of local politicians to provide favorable treatment for a consideration
• C) The presence of other foreign companies in the case of international locations
• D) The local presence of companies in the same industry
• E) An established educational institution nearby

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Definitions:

Parathyroid

Small glands located on the thyroid gland in the neck that produce parathyroid hormone, which regulates calcium levels in the blood.

Follicle-Stimulating Hormone

A hormone released by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates the growth of egg-containing follicles in females and sperm production in males.

FSH

Follicle-Stimulating Hormone, a hormone involved in the reproductive processes of both males and females, including the maturation of ovarian follicles and sperm production.

Pituitary

A small gland at the base of the brain responsible for regulating vital body functions and general wellbeing through hormone secretion.