EBK PRODUCTION AND OPERATIONS ANALYSIS
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Author: Olsen
Publisher: WAVELAND PRESS (ECONTENT)
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Chapter 1.3, Problem 10P
Summary Introduction
Interpretation: The risks from too little emphasis on international competitiveness according to Krugman
Concept Introduction: International competiveness is the outcome of greater competition between national companies and overseas companies in a nation.
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