A Recent Study of Over 800 Foreign Subsidiaries of Multinational

question 225

Multiple Choice

A recent study of over 800 foreign subsidiaries of multinational firms indicated that language differences between headquarters and subsidiaries

• A)are not as significant as they used to be.
• B)pose very few challenges.
• C)are much greater than expected.
• D)pose substantial challenges.
• E)are much smaller than expected.

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Definitions:

Reworked Cost

The expenses associated with correcting defective products or redoing a production process to meet quality standards after the initial manufacturing effort.

Financial Advantage

A benefit in economic terms that positions an entity in a more favorable financial situation than others.

Surplus Material

Excess materials that are not required for current production needs and may be sold or reused in future projects.

Purchased Lots

Refers to parcels or quantities of goods acquired by a company, often used in reference to real estate or bulk purchases of inventory.