Mattel Hires Dozens of Small Asian Firms to Make the Plastic

question 58

True/False

Mattel hires dozens of small Asian firms to make the plastic Barbie dolls and metal Hot Wheels cars that are its primary products. Mattel is using outsourcing to manage its manufacturing function.

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Definitions:

Hypodescent

Refers to a societal rule that assigns a person with mixed ancestry to the social category of the subordinate or minority group rather than the dominant one.

Discriminate

To differentiate or make distinctions between individuals or groups often based on prejudice or unjust grounds such as race, sex, or age.

Caste System

A traditional form of social stratification characterized by hereditary transmission of lifestyle, occupation, and social status.

Slavery

A system in which individuals are owned by others, denied freedom, and forced to work without any form of compensation.