How Does the Global Economy Change Value Chains and Business

question 32

Multiple Choice

How does the global economy change value chains and business processes?

• A) World time differences enable global virtual companies to operate 24/7.
• B) Overseas outsourcing is no longer an attractive option.
• C) It makes it difficult for an international company to conduct sales and marketing efforts locally.
• D) It makes it mandatory for the manufacturing activities to be carried out from the home country.

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Definitions:

Increase in Income Taxes Payable

An accounting term referring to a rise in the amount of income taxes a company owes to the government, yet has not paid.

Direct Method

A cash flow statement preparation method that shows the specific sources of operating cash receipts and payments.

Indirect Method

A financial reporting approach used in cash flow statements where net income is adjusted for non-cash transactions, depreciation, and changes in working capital to determine cash flow from operating activities.

Direct Method

A cash flow statement preparation approach that itemizes actual cash inflows and outflows from operating activities, as opposed to estimating them through indirect adjustments.