Which of the Following Is the Primary Disadvantage of Franchising

question 44

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the primary disadvantage of franchising as a foreign market entry strategy?

• A) It is usually a one-time activity.
• B) quality control
• C) A firm loses partial control of its business finances.
• D) high transportation costs
• E) The costs of setting up and maintaining a manufacturing facility and permanent presence in a foreign country can be high.

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