Boseman Clothier, Inc

question 72

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Boseman Clothier, Inc. has been in operation for over 75 years. It is based in South Carolina, USA and is a well-recognized name in the industry. It produces custom fitted men's suits that are in high demand throughout the world. The average cost of one of its suits is in excess of five thousand U.S. dollars. Boseman proudly states it has more customer orders than its one store can fill within the next six months. With growing demand from overseas, the company has recently decided to open operations in four foreign markets next year.
Boseman realizes the potential of this move will generate increased revenues for the company. One of the options it is contemplating is exploring forming an international joint venture. Boseman is also entertaining the thought of opening operations differently in each of the four new foreign markets. The company feels the use of different strategies may increase its odds of generating profits in each different market.
-Bozeman is also considering making the entry into the international market by engaging in foreign direct investments in the nations. Which one of the following is not a true statement regarding foreign direct investment from the host country's perspective?

• A) Significant financial inflows always result from engaging in foreign direct investment.
• B) Foreign direct investment can create new jobs and can generate tax revenues for governments
• C) A concern of the local governments in host countries is the lack of corporate social responsibility
• D) There is the potential for exploitation of human labor within certain countries
• E) These investments may take the form of plants, buildings, or inventories

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Definitions:

Vagina

A muscular and tubular part of the female genital tract, which extends from the vulva to the cervix and plays significant roles in intercourse, childbirth, and the passage of menstrual flow.

Ovary

A female reproductive organ in which ova or eggs are produced, present in pairs in the female reproductive system.

Bulbourethral Gland

The bulbourethral gland, also known as Cowper's gland, is a pair of pea-sized glands located at the base of the penis that secrete a clear fluid during sexual arousal.

Ejaculatory Duct

A duct through which semen is ejaculated, extending from the vas deferens to the urethra.