The Basic Motive for International Portfolio Investments Is

question 27

Multiple Choice

The basic motive for international portfolio investments is

• A)to earn higher returns domestically than are possible abroad.
• B)to earn higher returns abroad than are possible domestically.
• C)to earn returns domestically on incomes earned abroad.
• D)to earn returns abroad that cannot be taxed domestically.

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Definitions:

Negative Reinforcement

A behavior modification technique that involves the removal of an unpleasant stimulus to increase the likelihood of a desired behavior.

Negative Reinforcement

A process in behavior conditioning where a response or behavior is strengthened by stopping, removing, or avoiding a negative outcome or aversive stimulus.

Punishment

A consequence applied with the intention of reducing or eliminating an undesirable behavior by introducing a negative stimulus.

Operant Conditioning

A system of education where the level of a response is modified through reinforcement or deterrents.