The Mobility of Modern Economic Activity (Leaving Cert Geography): Quizzes
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What does globalisation refer to?
What does globalisation refer to?
Growing interdependence of world economies
Which is an example of a cost driver in globalisation?
Which is an example of a cost driver in globalisation?
Low labour costs in developing countries
What are multinational corporations (MNCs)?
What are multinational corporations (MNCs)?
Firms operating in multiple countries
Which government incentive helps MNCs thrive?
Which government incentive helps MNCs thrive?
Tax breaks and subsidies
Which countries are examples of core regions?
Which countries are examples of core regions?
USA, EU, and Japan
What characterises semi-peripheral regions?
What characterises semi-peripheral regions?
Emerging economies like China and India
What are peripheral regions dependent on?
What are peripheral regions dependent on?
Exporting raw materials
Which regions does the Global Trading Triad connect?
Which regions does the Global Trading Triad connect?
USA, EU, and Asia
What is Ireland's corporate tax rate that attracts MNCs?
What is Ireland's corporate tax rate that attracts MNCs?
12.5%
Where is Apple's European headquarters located in Ireland?
Where is Apple's European headquarters located in Ireland?
Cork
Which products is Ireland a global leader in exporting?
Which products is Ireland a global leader in exporting?
ICT, dairy, and pharmaceuticals
What environmental problem occurred from oil extraction in Nigeria?
What environmental problem occurred from oil extraction in Nigeria?
Severe environmental degradation
How do online platforms like Amazon enable global reach?
How do online platforms like Amazon enable global reach?
Without physical presence in all markets