Which of the Following Statements Is True About Global Product

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about global product divisions?

• A) A global product division structure prevents line and staff managers within the division from gaining expertise in the technical and marketing aspects of the products assigned to them.
• B) A global product division structure provides a direct line of communication from the customer to those in the organization who have product knowledge and expertise.
• C) The products in a global product division are in the maturity stage and require very little promotion and marketing.
• D) Managers of a global product division depend heavily on corporate headquarters to run the operation.

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Definitions:

Raw Material

Basic materials used in the production process, which are transformed into finished goods.

Finished Goods

Units of product that have been completed but not yet sold to customers.

Work in Process

Inventory items that are in the process of being produced but are not yet complete, representing a stage between raw materials and finished goods.

Inventory Levels

The quantity of goods and materials a company holds in stock at a particular time.