All of the Following Are Potential Disadvantages to Initiating, Continuing

question 39

Multiple Choice

All of the following are potential disadvantages to initiating, continuing, or expanding business across national borders EXCEPT

• A) firms confront different social, cultural, and political forces when doing business internationally, which can make communication in the firm difficult.
• B) keeping informed about the number and nature of competitors is more difficult when doing business internationally.
• C) foreign operations can absorb excess capacity, reduce unit costs, and spread economic risks over a wider number of markets.
• D) dealing with two or more monetary systems can complicate international business operations.
• E) foreign operations could be seized by nationalistic forces.

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Definitions:

Comprehensive Policy

A policy that covers a wide range of aspects, issues, or elements, ensuring that all possible scenarios are addressed.

Negative Phrase

A linguistic expression that conveys denial, disagreement, or pessimism, often influencing the tone or mood of a conversation.

Bad-News Message

A type of communication designed to deliver unfavorable news in a tactful manner to mitigate negative reactions.

Direct Approach

A communication style where the main point or purpose is presented at the beginning, followed by supporting details or arguments.