Which of the Following Is Generally Not Be Considered Part

question 49

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is generally not be considered part of the future of global supply management?

• A) Fewer marketplace differences will exist
• B) World financial markets will become even more closely linked through 24-hour trading
• C) "Westernization" of global consumer markets will slow to a stop in the next decade
• D) Manufacturing firms in "developing" countries will continue to improve their capabilities
• E) Productivity and quality will continue to dramatically improve worldwide

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