When Is Decentralization of Manufacturing Appropriate

question 7

Multiple Choice

When is decentralization of manufacturing appropriate?

• A) the product serves universal needs
• B) important exchange rates are expected to remain relatively stable
• C) the product's value-to-weight ratio is high
• D) trade barriers are high
• E) high minimum efficient scale

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