A Short-Lived but Enthusiastically Embraced New Cultural Element,such as Tongue

question 39

Multiple Choice

A short-lived but enthusiastically embraced new cultural element,such as tongue piercing and bungee jumping,is formulated by sociologists as a

• A)craze.
• B)fad.
• C)trend.
• D)public hysteria.

Comprehend the strategic importance of U.S. ports in global supply chains.

Identify security measures such as the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT).

Distinguish between the implementation complexities of compression and lean supply chains in global versus domestic contexts.

Understand the balance between standardization and customization in global markets.

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