Group 3

1. What does GPN stand for?

• Global Production Networks

• Global Product Networks

• General Production Networks

  
  

1. Which country is often referred to as the "factory of the world" within GPNs?

• Japan

  
  

• Taiwan

• South Korea

  
  

•  China

1. Which of the following factors has contributed to East Asia's emergence as a crucial hub within global production networks?

• High cost of labor

  
  

• Lack of technological development

  
  

• Manufacturing capabilities, skilled workforce, and strategic geographic location

  
  

• Limited access to international markets

  
  

1. Which East Asian country is shifting toward higher-value activities through the “Made in China 2025” initiative?

•  Japan

  
  

• South Korea

  
  

• China

  
  

• Taiwan

  
  

1. Which of the following was an important factor in attracting multinational companies to East Asia during the early stages of industrialization?

• High productivity

  
  

•  Strong innovation

  
  

•  Low labor costs

  
  

How much did China’s total goods exports amount to in 2023?

• US $2.34 billion

  
  

• US $16.7 billion

  
  

• US $3.38 billion

  
  

• US $3.38 trillion

  
  

1. Which industry does Taiwan play a dominant role in, with TSMC producing over 90% of the world’s advanced chips?

• Automotive

  
  

•  Semiconductor

  
  

• Textile

  
  

• Pharmaceutical

  
  

1. Which countries are emerging as significant competitors to traditional East Asian manufacturing hubs like China, Japan, and South Korea?

• Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand

  
  

• Vietnam, India, and Indonesia

  
  

•  Philippines, Malaysia, and India

  
  

1. Which extreme weather events are common in East Asia due to climate change?

•  Hurricanes and wildfires

  
  

• Typhoons, tsunamis, and droughts

  
  

• Blizzards and floods

  
  

1. How do extreme weather events in East Asia affect production networks?

• They increase productivity

  
  

• They cause significant disruption to production networks and infrastructure

  
  

• They improve transportation and logistics