« previous next »

Author Question: The total value of assets that MNEs own abroad through their investment activities is measured in ... (Read 227 times)

jc611

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 552
on: Jul 7, 2018
The total value of assets that MNEs own abroad through their investment activities is measured in FDI stock.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

In a short essay, discuss why the expression Think globally, act locally oversimplifies the complexities of global competition for MNEs. What kinds of competition does the firm face as a result of following through with this advice?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


mmj22343

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 297
Reply #1 on: Jul 7, 2018
Answer to Question 1

TRUE

Answer to Question 2

The expression Think globally, act locally oversimplifies the true complexities of today's global competition; Think globally and locally, and act appropriately better describes the reality faced by MNEs today because firms must adapt their offerings to suit the culture, laws, income level, and other specific characteristics of each countrysuch firms are known as multidomestic industries, in which competition takes place on a country-by-country basis.

Also, there is the potential for fierce competition between domestic and international units for company resources.


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Women are two-thirds more likely than men to develop irritable bowel syndrome. This may be attributable to hormonal changes related to their menstrual cycles.

Did you know?

Common abbreviations that cause medication errors include U (unit), mg (milligram), QD (every day), SC (subcutaneous), TIW (three times per week), D/C (discharge or discontinue), HS (at bedtime or "hours of sleep"), cc (cubic centimeters), and AU (each ear).

Did you know?

Many medications that are used to treat infertility are injected subcutaneously. This is easy to do using the anterior abdomen as the site of injection but avoiding the area directly around the belly button.

Did you know?

Allergies play a major part in the health of children. The most prevalent childhood allergies are milk, egg, soy, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts, and seafood.

Did you know?

In women, pharmacodynamic differences include increased sensitivity to (and increased effectiveness of) beta-blockers, opioids, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and typical antipsychotics.

Population predictions for 2000–2050, using three different total fertility rates ( Population predictions for 2000–2050, using three different total fertility rates (
Photograph of an occupational therapist assisting a patient with learning independence in activities Photograph of an occupational therapist assisting a patient with learning independence in activities
Gene duplication and mutation: one path to generate new enzymatic activities Gene duplication and mutation: one path to generate new enzymatic activities
A Total Eclipse of the Sun A Total Eclipse of the Sun
World Total Energy Consumption by Fuel Type World Total Energy Consumption by Fuel Type
Desired Fertility versus Total Fertility Rate in Developing Countries Desired Fertility versus Total Fertility Rate in Developing Countries
Video: What are the Parts of a Plant Cell?

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library