Murphy Enterprises Recently Acquired a Controlling Interest in Mexico's Leading

question 43

Multiple Choice

Murphy Enterprises recently acquired a controlling interest in Mexico's leading clothing retailer.Murphy plans to open additional retail stores in the next three years.Some of Murphy's top executives advocate the idea of transferring U.S.managers to Mexico to oversee the construction and opening of the new stores.Another group of Murphy executives believe that host-country nationals should manage the project.
-Which of the following best supports a decision to fill management positions with expatriates?

• A) Murphy needs to ensure that Mexico operations are closely linked to headquarters.
• B) Most Murphy expatriates resign within one year of their return to the United States.
• C) Murphy wants to develop close community relationships in Mexico.
• D) Employees hired by Murphy are provided extensive training.

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Definitions:

Types of Power

Various forms of influence that individuals or groups can possess, including but not limited to, coercive, legitimate, expert, and referent power.

Acknowledged

Recognized or admitted as being significant or important.

Managing

The process of directing and controlling a group or organization to achieve its goals.

Leading

The act of guiding, directing, or influencing others towards achieving a common goal or objective.