GE CW: Globalization
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What is the primary driver of international trade according to the text?

  • Currency exchange rates
  • Government regulations
  • Technological advancements
  • Market demand (correct)

Which factor contributes to the increased interconnectedness of economies worldwide?

  • Advancements in technology (correct)
  • Isolationism
  • Localization of production
  • Protectionist trade policies

What role do multinational corporations (MNCs) play in the global economy?

  • Contributing to employment and trade (correct)
  • Reducing economic disparities
  • Limiting global production
  • Restricting international trade

Which institutions are involved in regulating global economic activities?

<p>International Monetary Fund (IMF) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key focus of efforts related to economic development?

<p>Promoting sustainable development and poverty reduction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Governments and central banks implement which types of policies to manage economic stability?

<p>Fiscal and monetary policies (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key features of globalization mentioned in the text?

<p>Complex global supply chains (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor enables increased trade flows across national borders according to the text?

<p>Reduction in trade barriers such as tariffs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) involve as described in the text?

<p>Capital investment by multinational corporations in foreign countries (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which technological advancements are mentioned as contributing to globalization?

<p>Development of telecommunication systems (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does globalization impact cultural exchange based on the provided text?

<p>Promotes cultural homogenization or hybridization (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of global supply chains in the context of globalization?

<p>To optimize efficiency and reduce costs through production networks spanning multiple countries (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of world trade policy?

<p>Regulation of domestic labor laws (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of world trade policy?

<p>To foster economic growth, development, and welfare worldwide (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a trade barrier that may be imposed by governments?

<p>Import quotas (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of trade facilitation measures in world trade policy?

<p>To simplify and streamline customs procedures and documentation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT typically covered by intellectual property rights in the context of world trade policy?

<p>Labor union regulations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of free trade agreements between countries?

<p>To reduce trade barriers such as tariffs and quotas (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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