Influence of Technology on Global Connections
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How do multinational companies contribute to global interconnectedness?

  • By facilitating cross-border trade and investment (correct)
  • By creating local employment opportunities
  • By limiting trade to local markets
  • By fostering competition among national businesses
  • Technology plays no role in connecting people globally.

    False

    Name one way in which technology influences global connections.

    By enabling instant communication across different countries.

    Globalization influences __________ by creating interconnected markets and access to diverse cultures.

    <p>economies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following aspects of global interconnectedness with their examples:

    <p>Technology = Instant messaging apps Food = International cuisine Sports = Global events like the Olympics Multinational companies = Coca-Cola</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one significant effect of technology on global interconnectedness?

    <p>It facilitates communication and commerce across borders.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Global connections through sports are unaffected by technological advancements.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does technology play in multinational companies?

    <p>Technology facilitates operations, communication, and logistics across global markets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Technology has created __________ that link diverse cultures and communities.

    <p>networks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following aspects of global interconnectedness with their respective examples:

    <p>Multinational Companies = Global supply chains Social Media = International communication Sports Events = Global viewing audiences Food Production = Cross-border exports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    How technology influences interconnections

    • Technology facilitates global connections, allowing people to communicate and access information across vast distances.
    • Access to services and products from other places has increased.
    • Corporate interests span the world, influencing global trade and markets.
    • Globalization affects people's lives, influencing cultural exchange and creating diverse globalized marketplaces.

    Multinational companies

    • Multinational companies (MNCs) operate across multiple countries, influencing global trade.
    • Case study of Apple: a global company with diverse operations across the globe.

    Global connections inside your laptop

    • Global connections are facilitated through internet access, which allows people to connect and access information worldwide.
    • Companies use the internet to design products and obtain components globally.
    • Manufacturing processes often involve different countries, providing a global network for production and distribution.
    • People around the world can communicate and collaborate on projects and tasks.

    Connecting through food

    • Global food trade connects people by exchanging different cuisines; exchange of exotic ingredients.
    • Australia's food producers export to diverse locations, creating an interconnected network.
    • Food trade can bring challenges, such as food insecurity or unfair labor practices.
    • Globalization of food trade can influence dietary habits; introduction of new foods and cultures.

    Connecting through sport

    • Sport connects people globally through shared experiences and competitions across international boundaries.
    • Globalization in sport involves events, viewing and participation.
    • The global reach of sports organizations facilitates large-scale movements and events across countries.

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    Explore how technology shapes global interactions, from facilitating communication to enabling multinational corporations. This quiz examines the impact of globalization on trade, culture, and information access, using case studies like Apple. Discover the intricate network of global commerce and connections present in our everyday technology.

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