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True / False Questions (1 score per question) The notion that national economies are relatively self-contained entiti es is on the rise. Mercantilism advocated that countries should encourage exports and imports. A firm becomes a multinational enterprise when it undertakes foreign direct investment. The two most common methods of restricting inward FDI are ownershi p restraints and performance requirements. The most global markets currently are markets for industrial goods an d materials that serve a universal need the world over. Outsourcing is a process that is limited to manufacturing enterprises. According to Porter, four broad attributes of a nation shape the enviro nment in which local firms compete including supply conditions, factor e ndowments, regulation, and advanced factors. 8. One of the UN central mandates is the promotion of higher standards of living, full employment , and conditions of economic and social progress and development The total amount of capital invested in factories, stores, office building s and the like is referred to as the stock of FDI. Licensing involves the establishment of a new operation in a foreign c ountry. Multiple Choice Questions(11-50,2score per question 51-60, 1 score per question) Which of the following is not characteristic of globalization? A National economies are turning into independent economic systems. Material culture is starting to look similar the world over. Perceived distance is shrinking due to advances in transportation and t elecommunications. Barriers to cross-border trade and investment are declining. Which of the following is not an impediment . that makes it difficult f or.firms.to.achieve.the.optimal.dispersion.of their productive activities to locations around the globe? A Reduced transportation costs. Government regulations. Issues associated with economic and political risk. Barriers to foreign direct investment. Technological innovations have facilitated all of the following except: globalization