Which of the Following Trends Identified in an Environmental Scan

question 231

Multiple Choice

Which of the following trends identified in an environmental scan is a social trend?

• A) Online data collection leading to behavioral targeting will grow dramatically.
• B) Microbusiness impact will increase through peer-to-peer websites.
• C) International activity from Asia to Africa will grow as countries from these areas become sources of economic growth.
• D) There will be increasing regulatory guidance regarding green and environmental marketing claims.
• E) Consumer purchase decisions are becoming more values-based and focused on improving the world.

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Definitions:

Trading Bloc Agreements

These are agreements between groups of countries, often geographically proximate, to promote trade among themselves by reducing trade barriers like tariffs and import quotas.

Trade Restrictions

Measures implemented by governments to control the import and export of goods and services, often to protect domestic industries and jobs.

Export Subsidy

A government policy to encourage export of goods and services through direct payments, tax relief, or other financial incentives.

Net Welfare

The overall well-being of individuals or society, accounting for all benefits and costs, including those that are not traded in markets.