Executives at Smithson Soda, a U

question 39

Multiple Choice

Executives at Smithson Soda, a U.S. firm, have decided to enter the Chinese market through a licensing agreement with a beverage manufacturer located in Shanghai. Which of the following statements, if true, most likely undermines this decision?

• A) Smithson Soda is low on capital due to a recent expansion of its domestic production plant.
• B) Smithson Soda successfully entered the European and Australian markets last year.
• C) Smithson Soda typically relies on freight forwarders to handle global shipments.
• D) Smithson Soda must protect its unique beverage formula to prevent duplication.

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