The appropriability of technology is best defined as ________.
A) the potential of a firm's technology to become obsolete within a few years
B) the likelihood that a firm's technology will generate long-term debts
C) the degree of ease with which new technology can be learned and used by host-nation employees
D) the ability of a firm to protect its technology from competitors and to profit from that technology
Question 2
Under civil law, past court decisions act as precedents to the interpretation of the law and to common custom.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question 3
In the context of doing business in Asia, what is meant by the phrase the contract is in the relationship, not on the paper?
A) Asian contracts are not legally binding for MNCs.
B) Contracts are ceremoniously destroyed after they are written.
C) Managers risk being offensive to Asians by requiring contracts.
D) Managers should nurture the relationship to ensure the reliability of the contract.