What Is the Primary Advantage of Operating Interdependent Subsidiaries

question 5

Multiple Choice

What is the primary advantage of operating interdependent subsidiaries?

• A) It reduces the need to control subsidiaries and to coordinate their activities.
• B) It allows the company to integrate scale-efficient operations and to cross-subsidize subsidiaries when necessary.
• C) It provides an opportunity to balance the interests of subsidiaries with the needs of the headquarters. .
• D) It prevents subsidiaries from becoming too independent or uncontrolled.

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