Executives at Harper Industries Are Evaluating the Firm's International Strategy

question 52

Multiple Choice

Executives at Harper Industries are evaluating the firm's international strategy to determine if the current approach is effective. Harper has been using a multidomestic strategy for the last five years. Which of the following statements best supports Harper continuing to use the same strategy?

• A) Few differences exist between national markets.
• B) Central headquarters makes most decisions.
• C) Economies of scale for production are low.
• D) Products are marketed to global consumers.

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