Question 1

Which of the following is an accurate statement about a truly global organization?

Accepted Answer

A) Executives are trained in worldwide operations, not just domestic or international operations. 
B) Its operating units are divided into geographical organizations, world product groups, and international subsidiaries. 
C) An export department is adequate to manage this organization. 
D) A truly global organization is the first stage of international marketing activities. 
E) A truly global organization considers itself as a national marketer who sells abroad. 
A) Executives are trained in worldwide operations, not just domestic or international operations. 
B) Its operating units are divided into geographical organizations, world product groups, and international subsidiaries. 
C) An export department is adequate to manage this organization. 
D) A truly global organization is the first stage of international marketing activities. 
E) A truly global organization considers itself as a national marketer who sells abroad.

Question 2

Which of the following is true of a global firm?

Accepted Answer

A) A global firm typically operates from one country. 
B) A global firm has lesser advantages than purely domestic competitors. 
C) A global firm sees the world as many different markets. 
D) A global firm maximizes the importance of national boundaries. 
E) A global firm manufactures and markets goods wherever it can do the best job. 
A) A global firm typically operates from one country. 
B) A global firm has lesser advantages than purely domestic competitors. 
C) A global firm sees the world as many different markets. 
D) A global firm maximizes the importance of national boundaries. 
E) A global firm manufactures and markets goods wherever it can do the best job.

Question 3

________ involves the least change in the company's product lines,organization,investments,or mission.

Accepted Answer

A) Joint ownership 
B) Exporting 
C) Direct investment 
D) Licensing 
E) Contract manufacturing 
A) Joint ownership 
B) Exporting 
C) Direct investment 
D) Licensing 
E) Contract manufacturing

Question 4

________ is a method of going global in which the company makes agreements with producers in the foreign market to produce its product or provide its service.

Accepted Answer

A) Contract manufacturing 
B) Direct investment 
C) Acquisition 
D) Exporting 
E) Management contracting 
A) Contract manufacturing 
B) Direct investment 
C) Acquisition 
D) Exporting 
E) Management contracting

Question 5

Explain management contracting with an example.What are its advantages and disadvantages?

Accepted Answer

Management contracting is a type of join

Question 6

________ are operating units responsible for worldwide sales of collections of merchandise,which are similar in nature.

Accepted Answer

A) Delivery network product systems 
B) World product groups 
C) Geographical organizations 
D) Export departments 
E) Import divisions 
A) Delivery network product systems 
B) World product groups 
C) Geographical organizations 
D) Export departments 
E) Import divisions

Question 7

Most of the retailing in the U.S.is done by small,independent retailers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

________ is a method of entering a foreign market by developing foreign-based assembly or manufacturing facilities.

Accepted Answer

A) Exporting 
B) Direct investment 
C) Licensing 
D) Indirect exporting 
E) Management contracting 
A) Exporting 
B) Direct investment 
C) Licensing 
D) Indirect exporting 
E) Management contracting

Question 9

When selling to less-affluent consumers in developing countries,companies can overcome the price escalation problem by ________.

Accepted Answer

A) making better versions of their products with added features 
B) standardizing their international prices 
C) pricing at the same level across countries 
D) introducing slow-moving products in emerging markets 
E) making smaller versions of their products 
A) making better versions of their products with added features 
B) standardizing their international prices 
C) pricing at the same level across countries 
D) introducing slow-moving products in emerging markets 
E) making smaller versions of their products

Question 10

Compared to standardized global marketing,adapted global marketing ________.

Accepted Answer

A) uses the same marketing mix elements to target markets 
B) involves reduced costs 
C) produces a larger market share 
D) maintains uniformity across all markets 
E) results in lower returns 
A) uses the same marketing mix elements to target markets 
B) involves reduced costs 
C) produces a larger market share 
D) maintains uniformity across all markets 
E) results in lower returns

Question 11

The General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT)established a free trade zone among the United States,Mexico,and Canada.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Jazz is a costume jewelry manufacturing company based in the United States.The company decides to sell its products abroad but it faces the major problem of price escalation.How can Jazz overcome this problem?

Accepted Answer

Companies face many considerations in se

Question 13

Explain the whole-channel view of the distribution process.

Accepted Answer

An international company must take a who

Question 14

What are regional free trade zones? Explain the advantages and disadvantages of the European Union (EU).

Accepted Answer

Certain countries have formed free trade

Question 15

Explain with examples how the political-legal environment of a country affects a global firm.

Accepted Answer

Nations differ greatly in their politica

Question 16

Management contracting consists of one company joining forces with foreign investors to create a local business in which they share possession and control.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Excessive host-country regulations are an example of tariffs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following most closely describes indirect exporting?

Accepted Answer

A) In indirect exporting, products are usually modified for the export market. 
B) Indirect exporting involves a large investment. 
C) Indirect exporting works through independent international marketing intermediaries. 
D) Indirect exporting requires an overseas marketing organization or network. 
E) The risks involved in indirect exporting are higher than those of direct exporting. 
A) In indirect exporting, products are usually modified for the export market. 
B) Indirect exporting involves a large investment. 
C) Indirect exporting works through independent international marketing intermediaries. 
D) Indirect exporting requires an overseas marketing organization or network. 
E) The risks involved in indirect exporting are higher than those of direct exporting.

Question 19

Kola,a leading soft drink manufacturer,has recently forayed into the Middle East markets.Based on its research that Middle East consumers prefer sweeter drinks,it is manufacturing soft drinks with extra sugar to meet the local requirements.Kola is using the ________ strategy to market its product.

Accepted Answer

A) communication adaptation 
B) product pioneering 
C) straight product extension 
D) product invention 
E) product adaptation 
A) communication adaptation 
B) product pioneering 
C) straight product extension 
D) product invention 
E) product adaptation

Question 20

A company can overcome the price escalation problem by making simpler versions of its products.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which of the following is an accurate statement about a truly global organization?

Which of the following is true of a global firm?

________ involves the least change in the company's product lines,organization,investments,or mission.

________ is a method of going global in which the company makes agreements with producers in the foreign market to produce its product or provide its service.

Explain management contracting with an example.What are its advantages and disadvantages?

________ are operating units responsible for worldwide sales of collections of merchandise,which are similar in nature.

Most of the retailing in the U.S.is done by small,independent retailers.

________ is a method of entering a foreign market by developing foreign-based assembly or manufacturing facilities.

When selling to less-affluent consumers in developing countries,companies can overcome the price escalation problem by ________.

Compared to standardized global marketing,adapted global marketing ________.

The General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT)established a free trade zone among the United States,Mexico,and Canada.

Jazz is a costume jewelry manufacturing company based in the United States.The company decides to sell its products abroad but it faces the major problem of price escalation.How can Jazz overcome this problem?

Explain the whole-channel view of the distribution process.

What are regional free trade zones? Explain the advantages and disadvantages of the European Union (EU).

Explain with examples how the political-legal environment of a country affects a global firm.

Management contracting consists of one company joining forces with foreign investors to create a local business in which they share possession and control.

Excessive host-country regulations are an example of tariffs.

Which of the following most closely describes indirect exporting?

Kola,a leading soft drink manufacturer,has recently forayed into the Middle East markets.Based on its research that Middle East consumers prefer sweeter drinks,it is manufacturing soft drinks with extra sugar to meet the local requirements.Kola is using the ________ strategy to market its product.

A company can overcome the price escalation problem by making simpler versions of its products.

Marketing Creating and Capturing Customer Value

Company and Marketing Strategy: Partnering to Build Customer Relationships

Analyzing the Marketing Environment

Managing Marketing Information to Gain Customer Insights

Understanding Consumer and Business Buyer Behavior

Customer-Driven Marketing Strategy: Creating Value for Target Customers

Product,Services,and Brands: Building Customer Value

Developing New Products and Managing the Product Life Cycle

Pricing: Understanding and Capturing Customer Value

Marketing Channels Delivering Customer Value

Retailing and Wholesaling

Communicating Customer Value

Personal Selling and Sales Promotion

Direct and Online Marketing: Building Direct Customer Relationships

Sustainable Marketing: Social Responsibility and Ethics

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Exam 15: The Global Marketplace

Which of the following is an accurate statement about a truly global organization?

Which of the following is true of a global firm?

________ involves the least change in the company's product lines,organization,investments,or mission.

________ is a method of going global in which the company makes agreements with producers in the foreign market to produce its product or provide its service.

Explain management contracting with an example.What are its advantages and disadvantages?

________ are operating units responsible for worldwide sales of collections of merchandise,which are similar in nature.

Most of the retailing in the U.S.is done by small,independent retailers.

________ is a method of entering a foreign market by developing foreign-based assembly or manufacturing facilities.

When selling to less-affluent consumers in developing countries,companies can overcome the price escalation problem by ________.

Compared to standardized global marketing,adapted global marketing ________.

The General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT)established a free trade zone among the United States,Mexico,and Canada.

Jazz is a costume jewelry manufacturing company based in the United States.The company decides to sell its products abroad but it faces the major problem of price escalation.How can Jazz overcome this problem?

Explain the whole-channel view of the distribution process.

What are regional free trade zones? Explain the advantages and disadvantages of the European Union (EU).

Explain with examples how the political-legal environment of a country affects a global firm.

Management contracting consists of one company joining forces with foreign investors to create a local business in which they share possession and control.

Excessive host-country regulations are an example of tariffs.

Which of the following most closely describes indirect exporting?

Kola,a leading soft drink manufacturer,has recently forayed into the Middle East markets.Based on its research that Middle East consumers prefer sweeter drinks,it is manufacturing soft drinks with extra sugar to meet the local requirements.Kola is using the ________ strategy to market its product.

A company can overcome the price escalation problem by making simpler versions of its products.

Marketing Creating and Capturing Customer Value

Company and Marketing Strategy: Partnering to Build Customer Relationships

Analyzing the Marketing Environment

Managing Marketing Information to Gain Customer Insights

Understanding Consumer and Business Buyer Behavior

Customer-Driven Marketing Strategy: Creating Value for Target Customers

Product,Services,and Brands: Building Customer Value

Developing New Products and Managing the Product Life Cycle

Pricing: Understanding and Capturing Customer Value

Marketing Channels Delivering Customer Value

Retailing and Wholesaling

Communicating Customer Value

Personal Selling and Sales Promotion

Direct and Online Marketing: Building Direct Customer Relationships

Sustainable Marketing: Social Responsibility and Ethics

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