Which of the Following Are Reasons Why Companies Move into International

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are reasons why companies move into international operations?

• A) To take advantage of lower production costs in regions where labor costs are relatively low.
• B) To develop new markets for the firm's products.
• C) To better serve their primary customers.
• D) Because important raw materials are located abroad.
• E) All of the above.

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Definitions:

Break-even Point

The point at which total revenues equal total costs, meaning the company neither makes a profit nor incurs a loss.

Variable Costs

Costs that vary directly with the level of production or with volume of services provided.

Fixed Costs

Fixed costs are expenses that do not vary with the level of production or sales within a certain range, such as rent, salaries, and insurance.

Automated Machine

A machine operated with minimal human intervention, typically using computer-controlled systems.