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**1:** How do political systems like democracy, authoritarianism, and monarchy impact governance? 1. They create identical policies in different regions. 2. They have no significant influence on governance. 3. **They shape the level of citizen participation and decision-making.** 4. They...

**1:** How do political systems like democracy, authoritarianism, and monarchy impact governance? 1. They create identical policies in different regions. 2. They have no significant influence on governance. 3. **They shape the level of citizen participation and decision-making.** 4. They only influence international relations. **2:** Which political system is most likely to prioritize citizen involvement in policymaking? 1. Monarchy 2. Authoritarianism 3. **Democracy** 4. Oligarchy **3:** Authoritarian political systems typically: 1. Encourage free and fair elections. 2. **Centralize power in a single authority.** 3. Distribute power evenly among citizens. 4. Promote political freedoms. **4:** Monarchies differ from democracies primarily in: 1. **The extent of public accountability.** 2. Their military strategies. 3. Economic systems used. 4. Their cultural policies. **5:** What is a primary characteristic of a capitalist economic system? 1. Government controls all major industries. 2. **Private ownership of resources and production.** 3. Equal distribution of resources. 4. Lack of market competition. **6:** How does a socialist economy typically differ from a capitalist economy? 1. A socialist economy focuses on profit maximization. 2. A socialist economy relies on private ownership. 3. **In a socialist economy, the state often owns and manages resources.** 4. A socialist economy uses free-market principles. **7:** A mixed economic system: 1. **Combines elements of both capitalism and socialism.** 2. Eliminates government intervention entirely. 3. Restricts private ownership. 4. Relies exclusively on the market for all decisions. **\ ** **8:** Which system is most likely to prioritize social welfare programs? 1. Capitalist 2. **Socialist** 3. Mixed 4. Feudal **9:** In a common law system, how are legal decisions primarily made? 1. Based on religious texts. 2. Through codified statutes only. 3. **By precedent and judicial rulings.** 4. By a national legal committee. **10:** How does a civil law system differ from a common law system? 1. Civil law relies on past judicial decisions. 2. **Civil law is based on written statutes and codes.** 3. Civil law ignores codified rules. 4. Civil law is flexible and not bound by legal codes. **11:** Which legal system is most commonly used in countries with strong religious influence? 1. Common law 2. Civil law 3. **Religious law** 4. Customary law **12:** Which of the following best describes a religious law system? 1. It focuses on judicial precedent. 2. **It is based on religious beliefs and texts.** 3. It depends solely on codified laws. 4. It rejects legal interpretations from religious authorities. **13:** Which of the following is a key determinant of a country\'s economic development? 1. Military power 2. **Natural resources** 3. Population size 4. Geographic location **14:** How do education and human capital impact economic development? 1. They have no effect on economic growth. 2. **They enhance productivity and innovation.** 3. They decrease the need for technological advancements. 4. They hinder a country\'s industrial progress. **\ ** **15:** Which factor is most likely to influence a country\'s overall economic status? 1. Its currency exchange rate. 2. **The level of infrastructure and technological development.** 3. The strength of its military. 4. The size of its population. **16:** How do political stability and governance affect economic development? 1. Political instability typically accelerates growth. 2. **Strong governance encourages foreign investment and development.** 3. Corruption generally improves economic performance. 4. Governance plays no role in economic development. **17:** Which of the following is a major global macro-political change? 1. **A global shift toward democratic governance.** 2. The reduction of trade barriers worldwide. 3. The rise of protectionist policies. 4. The expansion of the international workforce. **18:** How do global economic changes impact international relations? 1. They lead to a reduction in trade partnerships. 2. They encourage isolationism among major powers. 3. **They influence cooperation and competition between nations.** 4. They only affect developing nations. **19:** Which global trend is affecting economies the most? 1. The decline of digital technologies. 2. **Globalization and technological advancement.** 3. Decrease in international trade agreements. 4. The rise of regional conflicts. **20:** How are emerging global economic powers impacting international economies? 1. They reduce international trade. 2. **They create new competition for developed countries.** 3. They primarily affect military strength. 4. They diminish technological advancements. **21:** Transition economies are shifting from: 1. Free-market systems to centrally planned systems. 2. Market-based systems to socialist models. 3. **Centrally planned systems to market-based economies.** 4. Traditional economies to barter-based systems. **\ ** **22:** A major challenge faced by transition economies is: 1. Lack of natural resources. 2. **Implementing legal and regulatory reforms.** 3. Decreasing their industrial output. 4. Decreasing access to foreign aid. **23:** How are transition economies typically characterized? 1. By rapid industrial growth. 2. By declining foreign investment. 3. **By unstable political environments.** 4. By changes from government-controlled markets to private ownership. **24:** One success often observed in transition economies is: 1. Increasing income inequality. 2. Declining access to technology. 3. **Greater international trade participation.** 4. Political regression. **25:** How does political economy affect management practices in global businesses? 1. By limiting the ability to trade internationally. 2. By standardizing management strategies across countries. 3. By having little effect on global business. 4. **By influencing taxation, regulation, and business operations.** **26:** What should managers consider when navigating political and economic differences? 1. Implementing identical policies across countries. 2. **Understanding local legal and cultural contexts.** 3. Avoiding engagement in foreign markets. 4. Focusing exclusively on profit margins. **27:** In which scenario is political stability most likely to benefit management practices? 1. **In countries with strong governance and consistent policies.** 2. In regions with frequent leadership changes. 3. In nations with weak regulatory frameworks. 4. In countries that lack industrial growth. **28:** Which management strategy is most effective for addressing national differences in political economies? 1. Ignoring local economic policies. 2. **Adapting strategies to local political and legal conditions.** 3. Applying a single global management approach. 4. Avoiding markets with political complexity. Top of Form Bottom of Form **\ ** **29:** How does the culture of a society impact individuals\' behaviors and values? 1. It has no influence on individuals\' behaviors and values. 2. **It defines shared beliefs, customs, and practices that shape individuals\' attitudes and actions.** 3. It only affects the legal framework of a society. **30:** What is a key characteristic of societal culture? 1. Culture is static and unchanging. 2. Culture exists only in ancient societies. 3. **Culture evolves and influences daily life, including communication and social interactions.** **31:** In what way does culture influence decision-making in society? 1. By promoting universal behaviors across different societies. 2. **By providing norms and values that guide individuals in their decisions.** 3. By limiting access to education and technology. **32:** How does geography influence social culture? 1. **It shapes food, clothing, and housing based on climate and resources.** 2. It has no effect on social culture. 3. It only impacts economic development, not social culture. **33:** What role does religion play in shaping social culture? 1. Religion dictates legal systems but not culture. 2. **Religion contributes to shared moral values and traditions in a society.** 3. Religion has no influence on social culture. **34:** How do historical events contribute to cultural differences? 1. History plays no role in shaping cultural values. 2. Historical events only influence military strategies. 3. **Historical events create unique traditions, social structures, and norms in different nations.** **35:** How do cultural norms influence management practices? 1. Cultural norms are irrelevant in global business. 2. **Cultural norms affect leadership styles, communication, and decision-making processes.** 3. Cultural norms only apply to marketing strategies. **\ ** **36:** What impact do cultural norms have on economic systems? 1. Cultural norms determine how resources are distributed in all economic systems. 2. Cultural norms do not influence economic decisions or practices. 3. **Cultural norms shape consumer behavior, business practices, and corporate strategies.** **37:** In what way do cultural norms affect global trade? 1. Cultural norms are irrelevant to international trade agreements. 2. **Cultural norms influence negotiations, trust-building, and collaboration across borders.** 3. Cultural norms only apply to domestic business operations. **38:** How do cultural differences influence workplace communication? 1. Cultural differences lead to similar communication styles globally. 2. Cultural differences have no effect on communication styles. 3. **Cultural differences impact directness, formality, and language use in workplace communication.** **39:** How do management practices vary across cultures? 1. Management practices are universally standardized. 2. **Different cultural values lead to varying leadership styles, from hierarchical to collaborative approaches.** 3. Management practices do not adapt to cultural differences. **40:** How does workplace culture impact employee motivation? 1. **Workplace culture shapes employees\' attitudes, engagement, and motivation, influenced by societal values.** 2. Workplace culture has no impact on employee behavior. 3. Workplace culture only affects physical office layout. **41:** How can businesses adapt to changing cultural norms? 1. By continuing the same strategies regardless of cultural shifts. 2. **By adapting marketing, leadership, and communication strategies to align with new cultural trends.** 3. By ignoring cultural trends and focusing on profitability. **42:** What economic implications do cultural changes have on global markets? 1. Cultural changes often have no impact on global markets. 2. **Cultural shifts can affect consumer preferences, leading to changes in demand for products and services.** 3. Cultural changes only influence small, local businesses. **\ ** **43:** How can businesses remain competitive in rapidly changing cultural environments? 1. **By fostering cultural awareness and adapting their business models to reflect diverse cultural values.** 2. By staying rigid in their operational strategies. 3. By focusing solely on technological advancements. **44:** What is a common ethical issue in international business? 1. Equal access to consumer markets. 2. **Bribery and corruption in regions with weak legal frameworks.** 3. Standardized wages across all countries. **45:** How do ethical challenges in international business differ from domestic business? 1. International businesses face less regulation than domestic businesses. 2. Domestic businesses experience more complex ethical issues than international ones. 3. **International businesses must navigate varying cultural norms, legal standards, and ethical expectations.** **46:** How do environmental concerns influence ethical practices in international business? 1. Environmental ethics are not relevant to business practices. 2. **Businesses may face pressure to adopt sustainable practices in countries with strict environmental laws.** 3. Environmental concerns only apply to small-scale businesses. **47:** How can managers recognize ethical dilemmas in global operations? 1. Ethical dilemmas are straightforward and easy to identify. 2. **By understanding cultural differences, legal frameworks, and stakeholder expectations in each country.** 3. Ethical dilemmas are the same across all regions. **48:** What is an effective strategy for managers to address ethical dilemmas in international contexts? 1. Applying domestic ethical standards universally. 2. Ignoring cultural differences and focusing on profit. 3. **Seeking guidance from local laws and cultural practices to ensure ethical decision-making.** **49:** How can managers foster ethical behavior in international teams? 1. **By establishing clear codes of conduct that respect local laws and cultural differences.** 2. By providing no ethical guidelines. 3. By relying on local teams to set their own ethical standards. **\ ** **50:** What factor often leads to unethical behavior in global businesses? 1. Strong legal regulations. 2. **Pressure to meet unrealistic performance goals and weak oversight.** 3. Transparent business operations. **51:** How does cultural relativism contribute to unethical behavior? 1. Cultural relativism encourages universal ethical standards. 2. Cultural relativism eliminates the need for ethical considerations. 3. **It allows managers to justify unethical practices by claiming they align with local norms.** **52:** What role does a lack of accountability play in unethical behavior? 1. It encourages ethical business practices. 2. It has no effect on managerial behavior. 3. **A lack of accountability allows managers to act unethically without consequences.** **53:** Which ethical philosophy focuses on outcomes to determine right and wrong? 1. Deontological ethics. 2. **Utilitarianism.** 3. Virtue ethics. **54:** How can deontological ethics be applied to business decisions? 1. **By focusing on rules and duties rather than outcomes when making decisions.** 2. By considering the benefits for the majority. 3. By ignoring ethical considerations entirely. **55:** What is a key feature of virtue ethics in business? 1. Focusing on profits above all else. 2. **Developing moral character and personal integrity in decision-making.** 3. Relying solely on legal codes for ethical guidance. 56. **What is the main idea behind mercantilism?** a. Promoting free trade b. **Increasing national wealth by maximizing exports and limiting imports** c. Encouraging imports to balance the economy d. Reducing government intervention in trade 57. **Why is mercantilism considered a bankrupt theory in modern economics?** a. It promotes economic growth. b. It encourages healthy competition between nations. c. **It discourages innovation and leads to inefficiency.** d. It enhances global trade relations. 58. **Mercantilism primarily benefits:** a. Importing countries b. Free-market economies c. **Exporting countries with significant government control** d. Developing nations 59. **Which modern economic concept contrasts with mercantilism?** a. **Free trade** b. Protectionism c. Monopoly d. Self-sufficiency 60. **Why is mercantilism no longer widely accepted in modern trade?** a. It leads to global collaboration. b. It reduces national wealth through exports. c. **It focuses on a zero-sum game where one nation\'s gain is another\'s loss.** d. It enhances trade liberalization. 61. **Free trade refers to:** a. Government restrictions on imports and exports b. A system that prioritizes local production c. State-owned trade enterprises d. **International trade without government-imposed barriers** 62. **A potential benefit of free trade is:** a. Higher tariffs on imports b. **Greater consumer choice and lower prices** c. Reduced international cooperation d. Increased barriers to entry 63. **Which argument is often used to claim that free trade is unfair?** a. It boosts global collaboration. b. It enhances domestic job creation. c. It encourages environmental sustainability. d. **It can create a race to the bottom in labor standards.** 64. **Free trade can disproportionately impact:** a. **Developing countries with weak labor protections** b. Economically powerful nations c. Technologically advanced industries d. Local consumers in wealthy nations 65. **Critics of free trade often argue that:** a. It leads to economic growth for all participants. b. It benefits developing nations more than developed ones. c. **It harms local industries unable to compete with cheaper imports.** d. It encourages domestic innovation and research. 66. **What is a common reason unions oppose imports from low-wage countries?** a. It increases domestic employment. b. **It threatens jobs in higher-wage nations.** c. It boosts domestic product demand. d. It encourages international solidarity among workers. 67. **How do unions characterize competition from low-wage countries?** a. As fair competition b. As beneficial for global trade relations c. As an opportunity for technological advancement d. **As unfair due to lower labor standards and wages** 68. **\ ** 68. **Whose interests are unions primarily protecting when they oppose low-wage imports?** a. Consumers b. Government officials c. **Domestic workers and industries** d. International companies 69. **What is a potential downside of imposing trade barriers to protect jobs from low-wage imports?** a. It can increase consumer choice. b. **It may reduce the overall efficiency and productivity of the economy.** c. It promotes technological innovation. d. It increases the demand for domestic products. 70. **Are trade barriers advocated by unions beneficial for the country as a whole?** a. **Rarely, as they may raise prices and reduce trade opportunities.** b. Always, because they protect local jobs. c. Yes, because they promote free market competition. d. No, because they decrease government revenue. 71. **A potential cost of adopting a free trade regime is:** a. Increased domestic job protection b. **Loss of jobs in industries unable to compete with imports** c. Higher tariffs on imported goods d. Government control over trade policies 72. **Free trade can negatively impact:** a. Workers in protected industries b. Export-driven economies c. Nations with comparative advantage in production d. **Consumers seeking lower prices** 73. **One criticism of free trade is that it:** a. Encourages job growth in all industries b. Always benefits developing nations c. **May harm less competitive industries in developed countries** d. Reduces global competition 74. **\ ** 74. **Should governments take steps to mitigate the costs of free trade?** a. No, free trade is always beneficial. b. **Yes, by providing safety nets for affected industries and workers.** c. No, free trade encourages maximum efficiency. d. Yes, by increasing tariffs to protect domestic industries. 75. **A free trade regime typically benefits:** a. **Countries with a strong competitive advantage** b. Low-income workers in developed countries c. Monopolistic industries d. Only agricultural sectors 76. **Outsourcing involves:** a. Importing goods from foreign nations b. Reducing tariffs on exports c. Employing workers from within the country d. **Transferring domestic jobs to other countries** 77. **What type of jobs are commonly outsourced to developing nations?** a. High-paying blue-collar jobs b. Low-paying white-collar jobs c. **High-paying white-collar jobs like programming and accounting** d. Agricultural jobs 78. **What is a common argument against outsourcing white-collar jobs?** a. It leads to a surplus of domestic jobs. b. **It reduces job opportunities for skilled workers in developed countries.** c. It promotes domestic innovation. d. It increases international cooperation. 79. **Is there a difference between outsourcing white-collar and blue-collar jobs?** a. No, both have the same economic impact. b. **Yes, white-collar jobs often involve higher skills and wages.** c. Yes, blue-collar jobs are more critical to the economy. d. No, both affect only low-income workers. 80. **\ ** 80. **Should governments intervene to prevent the outsourcing of high-paying white-collar jobs?** a. **Yes, to protect domestic industries and skilled workers.** b. No, outsourcing encourages global efficiency. c. Yes, as it will improve international relations. d. No, as it leads to increased domestic investment. 81. **According to Porter\'s theory of national competitive advantage, nations can gain advantage through:** a. Trade restrictions b. **Government policies that foster innovation and investment** c. Limiting imports d. Reducing education and workforce training 82. **What kind of government policy might enhance national competitive advantage in biotechnology?** a. Deregulation of industry b. Cutting funding for education c. Imposing trade barriers d. **Increased investment in research and development** 83. **Which theory supports government intervention to build competitive advantage in specific industries?** a. Classical trade theory b. Mercantilism c. **New trade theory** d. Neoclassical theory 84. **What is the main conflict between government intervention and free trade philosophy?** a. Free trade encourages state-owned businesses. b. **Government policies often involve protectionism.** c. Government intervention reduces market competition. d. Free trade supports reduced competition in key industries. 85. **National competitive advantage in biotechnology can be enhanced through:** a. **Investing in workforce skills and innovation** b. Reducing education standards c. Limiting trade with other nations d. Focusing on low-cost production 86. **What is a common challenge for the poorest countries in participating in free trade?** a. Lack of demand for their exports b. High levels of industrialization c. Strong global influence d. **Access to advanced technology** 87. **Why do critics argue that free trade is not beneficial for the poorest nations?** a. It promotes industrial growth in these countries. b. **They lack the infrastructure and resources to compete.** c. It increases their trade surplus. d. It creates an uneven playing field for rich nations. 88. **What is a key disadvantage faced by the world\'s poorest countries in global trade?** a. They have no natural resources. b. They rely heavily on foreign investment. c. **They are unable to compete with the advanced economies of wealthier nations.** d. They have highly developed export industries. 89. **How can the world\'s poorest nations improve their trade prospects?** a. **Receiving foreign aid and investment in infrastructure** b. Reducing workforce training c. Lowering labor standards d. Imposing trade restrictions on wealthier nations 90. **Should the wealthiest nations offer preferential trade terms to the poorest nations?** a. **Yes, to promote global equity and development.** b. No, as it disrupts market efficiency. c. Yes, but only in select industries. d. No, as it undermines free trade principles. **\ ** **\ ** **\ **