Which of the Following Is a Defensive Goal Multinational Firms

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a defensive goal multinational firms seek to achieve when investing in other countries?

• A)To gain access to technological innovations developed in other countries
• B)To maximize total sales revenue
• C)To increase long-term growth and profit prospects
• D)To improve overall market position

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Definitions:

Idle Time

Periods when resources, such as machinery or employees, are available but not in use due to a lack of work or inefficient scheduling.

Kanbans

Signaling systems used in just-in-time (JIT) production processes to regulate the flow of materials between different stages of production.

Andons

Visual feedback systems used in manufacturing to alert about any status changes in production, such as issues or slowdowns.

Visual Workplace

A work environment where information about processes and standards is communicated through visual means to improve understanding and efficiency.