Question 1

Which of the following most accurately compares the techniques of scanning versus detailed analysis of countries?

Accepted Answer

A) Scanning is used for planning and detailed analysis is used for control. 
B) Detailed analysis is used to consider countries overlooked in the scanning process. 
C) Scanning considers a large number of countries so that only the most promising ones undergo a detailed analysis. 
D) Scanning compares one country to another, whereas detailed analysis compares regions within a single country. 
A) Scanning is used for planning and detailed analysis is used for control. 
B) Detailed analysis is used to consider countries overlooked in the scanning process. 
C) Scanning considers a large number of countries so that only the most promising ones undergo a detailed analysis. 
D) Scanning compares one country to another, whereas detailed analysis compares regions within a single country.

Question 2

Published government data is most often inaccurate because of translation errors from other countries' languages.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Assume Company A receives a proposal from Company B to be a joint venture partner abroad.Company A is most likely to make its decision based on ________.

Accepted Answer

A) an opportunity-risk matrix 
B) a go/no-go basis 
C) a global matrix comparison 
D) an oligopolistic reaction 
A) an opportunity-risk matrix 
B) a go/no-go basis 
C) a global matrix comparison 
D) an oligopolistic reaction

Question 4

Because many regional trading groups prohibit companies from producing in more than one member country, companies need to understand how to evaluate international geographic alternatives.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is most likely a true statement about companies' acquisition of resources/assets abroad?

Accepted Answer

A) Regardless of industry, cheap labor is the most sought after resource. 
B) Resource availability limits a firm's production location choices. 
C) Regardless of industry, raw materials are the most sought after resource. 
D) Risks are higher for resource-seeking than for sales-seeking foreign operations. 
A) Regardless of industry, cheap labor is the most sought after resource. 
B) Resource availability limits a firm's production location choices. 
C) Regardless of industry, raw materials are the most sought after resource. 
D) Risks are higher for resource-seeking than for sales-seeking foreign operations.

Question 6

Opal Computers is considering international production expansion.After scanning to decide on a few countries to consider more closely, Opal managers will most likely need to ________.

Accepted Answer

A) identify firms with which to form joint ventures 
B) add some more countries for closer consideration 
C) travel to the locations to analyze and collect specific data 
D) make final decisions by expanding in locations near their rivals 
A) identify firms with which to form joint ventures 
B) add some more countries for closer consideration 
C) travel to the locations to analyze and collect specific data 
D) make final decisions by expanding in locations near their rivals

Question 7

A go/no-go decision means ________.

Accepted Answer

A) an individual project decision is based on whether the project meets threshold criteria 
B) projects are ranked and approved from the top of the list down until available resources are exhausted 
C) management reviews existing information and decides whether additional individualized feasibility studies are warranted 
D) projects are approved or disapproved based on the potential ease of divestment 
A) an individual project decision is based on whether the project meets threshold criteria 
B) projects are ranked and approved from the top of the list down until available resources are exhausted 
C) management reviews existing information and decides whether additional individualized feasibility studies are warranted 
D) projects are approved or disapproved based on the potential ease of divestment

Question 8

Sales expansion is probably the most important variable in determining international location decisions.This statement is most likely based on the assumption that ________.

Accepted Answer

A) consumer demand exceeds supply 
B) increased sales will lead to more profits 
C) the company will have a first-mover advantage 
D) raw materials are available in the country targeted for sales 
A) consumer demand exceeds supply 
B) increased sales will lead to more profits 
C) the company will have a first-mover advantage 
D) raw materials are available in the country targeted for sales

Question 9

Which of the following is the LEAST likely reason for inaccuracies in published governmental data?

Accepted Answer

A) translation errors from the host country language 
B) limitations of government resources and finances 
C) purposeful publication of misleading information 
D) false information provided to data collectors 
A) translation errors from the host country language 
B) limitations of government resources and finances 
C) purposeful publication of misleading information 
D) false information provided to data collectors

Question 10

Which of the following BEST explains Blockbuster's failed expansion into Germany?

Accepted Answer

A) laws limiting hours of operation 
B) lack of public interest in films 
C) inadequate tax incentives 
D) communication problems 
A) laws limiting hours of operation 
B) lack of public interest in films 
C) inadequate tax incentives 
D) communication problems

Which of the following most accurately compares the techniques of scanning versus detailed analysis of countries?

Published government data is most often inaccurate because of translation errors from other countries' languages.

Assume Company A receives a proposal from Company B to be a joint venture partner abroad.Company A is most likely to make its decision based on ________.

Because many regional trading groups prohibit companies from producing in more than one member country, companies need to understand how to evaluate international geographic alternatives.

Which of the following is most likely a true statement about companies' acquisition of resources/assets abroad?

Opal Computers is considering international production expansion.After scanning to decide on a few countries to consider more closely, Opal managers will most likely need to ________.

A go/no-go decision means ________.

Sales expansion is probably the most important variable in determining international location decisions.This statement is most likely based on the assumption that ________.

Which of the following is the LEAST likely reason for inaccuracies in published governmental data?

Which of the following BEST explains Blockbuster's failed expansion into Germany?

Globalization and International Business

The Cultural Environments Facing Business

The Political and Legal Environments Facing Business

The Economic Environments Facing Businesses

Globalization and Society

International Trade and Factor-Mobility Theory

Governmental Influence on Trade

Cross-National Cooperation and Agreements

Global Foreign-Exchange Markets

The Determination of Exchange Rates

Global Capital Markets

The Strategy of International Business

Export and Import

Direct Investment and Collaborative Strategies

The Organization of International Business

Marketing Globally

Global Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management

International Accounting and Finance Issues

International Human Resource Management

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Exam 13: Country Evaluation and Selection

Which of the following most accurately compares the techniques of scanning versus detailed analysis of countries?

Published government data is most often inaccurate because of translation errors from other countries' languages.

Assume Company A receives a proposal from Company B to be a joint venture partner abroad.Company A is most likely to make its decision based on ________.

Because many regional trading groups prohibit companies from producing in more than one member country, companies need to understand how to evaluate international geographic alternatives.

Which of the following is most likely a true statement about companies' acquisition of resources/assets abroad?

Opal Computers is considering international production expansion.After scanning to decide on a few countries to consider more closely, Opal managers will most likely need to ________.

A go/no-go decision means ________.

Sales expansion is probably the most important variable in determining international location decisions.This statement is most likely based on the assumption that ________.

Which of the following is the LEAST likely reason for inaccuracies in published governmental data?

Which of the following BEST explains Blockbuster's failed expansion into Germany?

Globalization and International Business

The Cultural Environments Facing Business

The Political and Legal Environments Facing Business

The Economic Environments Facing Businesses

Globalization and Society

International Trade and Factor-Mobility Theory

Governmental Influence on Trade

Cross-National Cooperation and Agreements

Global Foreign-Exchange Markets

The Determination of Exchange Rates

Global Capital Markets

The Strategy of International Business

Export and Import

Direct Investment and Collaborative Strategies

The Organization of International Business

Marketing Globally

Global Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management

International Accounting and Finance Issues

International Human Resource Management

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