Nature and Role of Transnational Corporations (TNCs (AQA A-Level Geography): Quizzes
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What is the minimum number of countries a TNC must operate in to be classified as transnational?
What is the minimum number of countries a TNC must operate in to be classified as transnational?
Two countries
Why did Nissan establish production in Sunderland according to the note?
Why did Nissan establish production in Sunderland according to the note?
To gain barrier-free EU market access
What is the key difference between offshoring and outsourcing?
What is the key difference between offshoring and outsourcing?
Offshoring relocates own operations abroad
Where do TNCs typically locate their research and development centres?
Where do TNCs typically locate their research and development centres?
Near universities in country of origin
Which factor attracts TNCs to locate manufacturing in developing countries?
Which factor attracts TNCs to locate manufacturing in developing countries?
Significantly cheaper labour costs
What does vertical integration mean for a TNC?
What does vertical integration mean for a TNC?
Owning entire supply chain operation
What is economic leakage in the context of TNCs?
What is economic leakage in the context of TNCs?
Profits sent back to home country
Why are call centres commonly outsourced to India?
Why are call centres commonly outsourced to India?
Well-educated English-speaking workers
Where are Apple's main products designed and manufactured?
Where are Apple's main products designed and manufactured?
Designed in California, made in China
What do governments typically offer in Special Economic Zones (SEZs)?
What do governments typically offer in Special Economic Zones (SEZs)?
Reduced taxes and streamlined rules