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The trend in MNC activity in the 21st century
Increased digital integration and regional diversification
How can MNCs contribute to environmental problems in developing nations?
By outsourcing pollution-intensive activities
The geographic spread of MNCs shifted significantly in the 1990s due to
Trade liberalization and globalization
Which sector is most commonly influenced by MNCs in developing countries ?
Manufacturing and Services
How do MNCs influence the culture of developing nations?
By introducing global consumer culture
Why do developed nations often encourage the growth of MNCs?
To increase global market share and access new markets
MNCs are most commonly headquartered in which type of countries?
Developed countries
What strategy do MNCs often use to reduce production costs?
Outsourcing and offshoring to developing nations
What is a common benefit MNCs bring to underdeveloped countries?
Job creation and technology transfer
The modern concept of MNCs began to emerge after which historical event?
World War II
One criticism of MNCs in underdeveloped nations is:
They exploit local labor and natural resources
A positive contribution of MNCs in developing countries?
Transfer of skills and technology