Goto, Inc Is Trying to Establish a Supplier Relationship with a a Parts

question 150

Multiple Choice

Goto, Inc. is trying to establish a supplier relationship with a parts manufacturer in a small Asian country. Filipe, the purchasing manager, is attempting to get to know the general manager and staff of the company to help finalize the agreement. Filipe is attempting to overcome what type of barrier?

• A) physical barrier
• B) tariff restriction
• C) exchange controls
• D) cultural barrier

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