Exam 2: National Differences in Political Economy, and Legal Systems

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Discuss the key factors that companies must be aware of before deciding to do business in other countries.

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Before deciding to do business in other countries, companies must be aware of several key factors. These include understanding the cultural, political, and legal differences in the target country. It is important to conduct thorough market research to understand the demand for the product or service, as well as the competitive landscape. Companies must also consider the economic stability and potential risks of doing business in the target country, including currency fluctuations and trade regulations.

Additionally, companies should be aware of the logistical and operational challenges of operating in a foreign country, such as transportation, infrastructure, and supply chain management. Understanding the local labor market and employment laws is also crucial, as well as considering the potential impact on the company's reputation and brand image in the new market.

Furthermore, companies must be aware of the potential cultural and communication barriers, and be prepared to adapt their business practices and marketing strategies to fit the local customs and preferences. It is also important to consider the potential impact on the environment and local communities, and to ensure compliance with local regulations and ethical standards.

Overall, before deciding to do business in other countries, companies must carefully assess and understand the various factors that could impact their success in the new market, and develop a comprehensive strategy to address these challenges.

The TRIPS agreement was designed to:

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Judges under a civil law system have more flexibility than those under a common law system.

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_____ occurs when a political party that represents the interests of a particular tribe (and not always the majority tribe) monopolizes power.

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The Cold War was, in many respects, a war between collectivism and individualism.

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Product liability can be much lower if a product does not conform to required safety standards.

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An economy in which the interaction of supply and demand determines the quantity in which goods and services are produced is called a _____.

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In 2008, the U.S. government took an 80 percent stake in AIG to stop that financial institution from collapsing, the theory being that if AIG did collapse, it would have very serious consequences for the entire financial system. What type of economy is this an example of?

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The _____ makes it illegal for American companies to bribe a foreign government official in order to obtain or maintain business over which that foreign official has authority, and requires all publicly traded companies to keep detailed records that would allow determining whether a violation of the act has occurred.

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The tenet of _____ is that the welfare of society is best served by letting people pursue their own economic self-interest.

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The most widely practiced theocratic legal system in the world today.

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Discuss collectivism. What ideals does the philosophy support? Where did the philosophy start? How does collectivism exist in the modern world?

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In a _____, if demand for a product exceeds supply, prices will rise, signaling to producers to produce more.

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What are state-owned companies? Why do they usually perform poorly?

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Which of the following statements about the legal systems of countries is true?

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Peoples' right to protest on issues of accountability in public expenditure would be possible in a _____ political set-up.

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Although many countries have stringent intellectual property regulations on their books, the enforcement of these regulations has often been lax. This has been the case even among many of the 185 countries that are now members of the _____, all of which have signed international treaties designed to protect intellectual property.

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Property rights can be violated in two ways-through private action and through public action.

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In a(n) _____ economy the government plans the goods and services that a country produces, the quantity in which they are produced, and the prices at which they are sold.

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A civil law system tends to be less adversarial than a common law system because the:

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