Which of the Following Is Currently a Negative Factor for Foreign

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is currently a negative factor for foreign investment in Russia?

• A) The Russian population is poorly educated.
• B) Russian consumers have little interest in online shopping.
• C) Russia is known for corruption, creating ethical dilemmas for firms.
• D) Russian consumer markets are saturated, offering few opportunities for goods from U.S. companies to sell well.
• E) Few Russians have access to the Internet due to heavy regulation.

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Definitions:

Catastrophizing

The cognitive distortion that leads individuals to see an unfavorable outcome as the worst possible outcome, often far exceeding the actual situation.

Avoid-Avoid Inner Conflict

A psychological dilemma where an individual must choose between two undesirable options.

Ethnocentrism

The conviction that one's own ethnic group or culture is superior by nature, frequently coupled with a contempt for differing groups.

Type A Personality

A personality pattern characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-imposed stress, impatience, and a constant sense of urgency.