Why Do TNCs Engage in Foreign Direct Investment (FDI)? Assess

question 8

Essay

Why do TNCs engage in foreign direct investment (FDI)? Assess several factors that contribute to the decision by TNCs to establish operations abroad.

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Definitions:

Atrophy

A decrease in size or wasting away of a body part or tissue, often due to disease, injury, or lack of use.

Apocrine Glands

Sweat glands located mainly in the underarm and genital areas that release sweat when the body is under stress or emotional excitement.

Cilia

Microscopic, hair-like structures on the surface of cells, which move in a wave-like fashion to transport substances.

Cranial Nerves

Nerves that emerge directly from the brain, in contrast to spinal nerves, and are numbered from I to XII, each with specific functions related to senses and movement.