Trends That Might Lead Managers of Multinational Corporations (MNCs)to Adopt

question 81

Multiple Choice

Trends that might lead managers of multinational corporations (MNCs) to adopt a more decentralized strategy for their operations would include all of the following except

• A) customer needs, interests, and tastes becoming increasingly homogenized.
• B) consumers around the world increasingly willing to trade preferences in product features for lower price.
• C) manufacturing trends allowing a decline in the minimum volume required to reach acceptable levels of production efficiency.
• D) fluctuating exchange rates.

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Definitions:

Organizational Structure

Describes the way in which a company arranges its lines of authority, communications, rights, and duties.

Geographic Regions

Large areas of land distinguished by geographical features, cultural identity, or political boundaries.

Chain Of Command

Denotes the formal line of authority, communication, and responsibility within an organization, typically seen in military and structured organizational contexts.

Authority And Power

Concepts related to the ability to influence or control others' behavior and decisions, with authority being formally granted and power possibly arising from various sources.