Please identify which of the following does not constitute a barrier that makes it difficult for companies to accomplish the optimal dispersion of their productive activities to locations around the world. Select one: a. Government regulations. b. Barriers to foreign direct investment. c. Issues associated with economic and political risk. d. Reduced transportation costs.

Please identify which of the following does not constitute a barrier that makes it difficult for companies to accomplish the optimal dispersion of their productive activities to locations around the world. Select one: a. Government regulations. b. Barriers to foreign direct investment. c. Issues associated with economic and political risk. d. Reduced transportation costs.

Principles of Economics 2e

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ISBN:9781947172364

Author:Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro

Publisher:Steven A. Greenlaw; David Shapiro

Chapter34: Globalization And Protectionism

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