Which of the Following Statements About Third-Country Nationals Is False

question 58

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about third-country nationals is false?

• A)TCN managers can often achieve corporate objectives more effectively than do expatriates
• B)During periods of rapid expansion, TCNs can substitute for expatriates in well-established operations
• C)During rapid expansion, TCNs can offer different perspectives that can expand on the narrowly focused viewpoints of local nationals
• D)In joint ventures, TCNs can demonstrate a global image and bring unique cross-cultural skills to the relationship

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Definitions:

Activity-Based Costing

A costing method that assigns overhead and indirect costs to related products and services based on the activities they require.

Fixed Overheads

Expenses that remain constant regardless of production or sales volumes within a specific time frame, like lease payments or wages.

Cost Behaviour

The manner in which a cost changes in relation to changes in business activity levels.

Manufacturing Overhead

All indirect costs associated with the production process, such as the cost of utilities, maintenance, and factory equipment depreciation.