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lilldybug07

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An approach that takes note of the various factors involved in the logistical process and the interrelationships among them is referred to as:
 a. The systems concept.
  b. The logistical concept.
  c. The marketing concept.
  d. A logistics mechanism.
  e. Systems analysis.

Question 2

How are Honda, Sony, and Toyota creating difficulties for sogo shoshas?
 a. Their keiretsu derived power is forcing sogo shoshas to reduce prices.
  b. The companies are lobbying the Japanese government for sogo shosha reform.
  c. The companies have set up their own direct export-sales networks.
  d. The companies are using U.S. trading companies to distribute their products.



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

C
Japanese export trading companies (i.e., sogo shoshas) are presently facing competition from Honda, Sony and Toyota, which have set up their own direct export-sales networks. Consequently, the trading companies are handling a decreasing proportion of Japan's exports.



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