The Global Supply Chain Revolution

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Which factor has contributed to the emergence of global supply chains?

Advances in transportation and communication technology

What has facilitated the growth of international trade?

The establishment of international trade agreements

What has allowed multinational corporations to source raw materials and labor from around the world?

The rise of global supply chains

What has led to increased efficiency and lower prices for consumers?

<p>The rise of global supply chains</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has allowed countries to specialize in the production of goods and services?

<p>The rise of global supply chains</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following factors has NOT contributed to the promotion of globalization?

<p>Rise in production costs</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following has made it easier and cheaper to move goods, people, and ideas across borders?

<p>Advances in communication technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has facilitated the growth of international trade and investment?

<p>Liberalisation of trade policies</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has played a significant role in promoting globalization?

<p>Multinational corporations</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has led to increased efficiency and lower prices for consumers?

<p>Advances in communication technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following has contributed to the growth of cultural exchange and the spread of ideas and knowledge?

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

What has led to increased financial interconnectedness around the world?

<p>Capital flows</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which factor has facilitated the growth of global governance and the coordination of policies across borders?

<p>International cooperation</p> Signup and view all the answers

What has allowed investors to move money quickly and easily around the world?

<p>Advances in financial technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following has NOT contributed to the growth of cultural exchange and the spread of ideas and knowledge?

<p>Capital flows</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of protectionism?

<p>Imposing tariffs on imported goods</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the potential outcomes of protectionist policies?

<p>Reduced competition and higher prices for consumers</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are labor standards?

<p>Rights and safeguards provided to workers</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can companies benefit from lax labor laws in some countries?

<p>By exploiting cheap labor, child labor, and forced labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the challenges businesses face in ensuring ethical labor standards in global supply chains?

<p>The absence of globally consistent labor standards</p> Signup and view all the answers

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