Which of the Following Is Likely to Be a Major

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is likely to be a major long?run competitive advantage of a U.S.multinational?

• A)a decline in the real value of the U.S.dollar
• B)access to low?cost foreign raw materials
• C)its ability to quickly adapt its products and technology in line with changing market conditions
• D)offshore banking facilities located in the Gulf of Mexico

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