Which of the Following Is an Advantage of Using Local

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an advantage of using local employees in international subsidiaries?

• A) Difficult decisions are often handled earlier by local employees than by expatriates.
• B) A local manager is better able to balance local demands with the firm's international priorities.
• C) Using a local employee ensures transfer of management practices from the home company to the subsidiary.
• D) Using local employees increases the community's acceptance of the company as a legitimate participant in the local economy.

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Definitions:

Better Product

A product that offers higher quality, more features, or superior performance compared to its competitors in the market.

Labor-Saving Appliances

Devices designed to reduce the amount of manual labor needed to perform household tasks, increasing efficiency and saving time.

Supply of Labor

Refers to the total hours that workers are willing and able to work at a given wage rate in a specific period.

Labor Force

The total number of people, including both the employed and unemployed, who are actively seeking and available to work.