In the Context of Entry and Growth Strategies for Global

question 50

Multiple Choice

In the context of entry and growth strategies for global marketing,which of the following is most likely a disadvantage of licensing?

• A)A firm risks giving up control of proprietary knowledge to its competitors.
• B)A firm needs to delegate marketing responsibility for a product to foreign agents who may or may not be dependable.
• C)A firm is likely to see an increase in manufacturing costs,a deceleration in technological diffusion,and a reduction in new product development.
• D)A firm lacks tight control over manufacturing,marketing,and strategy that is required for realizing economies of scale.

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Definitions:

Disorganized Schizophrenic

A subtype of schizophrenia characterized by disorganized speech, behavior, and flat or inappropriate affect.

Undifferentiated Schizophrenic

A category of schizophrenia where symptoms do not clearly fit the criteria for other subtypes, showcasing a mix of features.

Paranoid Schizophrenic

A subtype of schizophrenia where the individual experiences delusions of persecution or grandeur, often accompanied by auditory hallucinations.

Psychotic Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by a disconnection from reality, often manifesting through delusions, hallucinations, and severely disordered thinking and behavior.