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Trade blocs help countries by

A
allowing the pooling of resources.
B
limiting competition.
C
improving product production.
D
increasing barriers to trade.
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Which group is an example of a commodity organization?

A
World Trade Organization
B
Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries
C
North American Free Trade Agreement
D
European Union
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NAFTA can be defined as

A
a means to acquire convenient resources.
B
a way for corporations to more easily outsource labor.
C
an agreement between bordering nations.
D
a unification treaty that limits trade barriers.
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How has the Internet improved business communication worldwide? Choose three correct answers.

A
It allows for instant communication.
B
It ensures all messages are secure from hackers.
C
It always provides reliable information.
D
It enables people to monitor economic trends.
E
It makes it possible to buy and sell instantly.
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How can businesses best take advantage of globalization?

A
by streamlining equipment to increase production
B
by transporting resources from distant locations
C
by communicating with suppliers and buyers
D
by increasing employment and production
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What is the primary purpose of the European Union?

A
to allow more trade between countries
B
to permit workers to seek employment in international areas
C
to encourage immigration from one country to another
D
to create a common currency
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Which causes the most problems in countries with low economic growth?

A
rapid population increase
B
low unemployment
C
higher standard of living
D
poor education
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Globalization has affected developed countries by

A
encouraging new products.
B
turning their focus to providing services.
C
providing a solid consumer base.
D
increasing employment for unskilled workers.
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As economies grow, they demand more

A
defense services.
B
available labor.
C
financial assistance.
D
raw materials.
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In countries such as China, globalization has led to

A
a trade agreement with other nations.
B
a large population at the poverty level.
C
a small middle class.
D
a better standard of living.

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