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International Business

Total questions: 72

Worksheet time: 36mins

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1.

Define Imports.

a)

Imports are goods and services brought into a country from abroad for sale.

b)

Imports are goods and services sent out of a country for sale.

c)

Imports are taxes imposed on goods produced within the country.

d)

Imports are investments made by foreign companies in the local market.

2.

Define Exports.

a)

Exports are goods and services produced in one country and sold to buyers in another country.

b)

Exports are goods and services produced in one country and consumed within the same country.

c)

Exports are goods and services bought from other countries.

d)

Exports are goods and services produced in one country and given away for free to other countries.

3.

Define Balance of trade.

a)

Balance of trade is the difference in value between a country's imports and exports over a certain period.

b)

Balance of trade is the total amount of money a country spends on its military.

c)

Balance of trade is the number of goods produced within a country in a year.

d)

Balance of trade is the difference between a country's population and its workforce.

4.

Define Balance of payments.

a)

Balance of payments is a record of all economic transactions between the residents of a country and the rest of the world.

b)

Balance of payments is a record of all government transactions within a country.

c)

Balance of payments is a record of all financial transactions between banks in a country.

d)

Balance of payments is a record of all trade transactions between states in a country.

5.

Define Exchange rates.

a)

Exchange rates are the value of one currency for the purpose of conversion to another.

b)

Exchange rates are the interest rates charged by banks for loans.

c)

Exchange rates are the prices of goods in a foreign market.

d)

Exchange rates are the amount of tax levied on international trade.

6.

Define Infrastructure.

a)

Infrastructure refers to the basic physical and organizational structures and facilities needed for the operation of a society or enterprise.

b)

Infrastructure refers to the study of ancient civilizations and their cultural practices.

c)

Infrastructure is a term used for financial investments in the stock market.

d)

Infrastructure means the process of creating software applications for mobile devices.

7.

Define Trade barriers.

a)

Trade barriers are government-imposed restrictions on the free international exchange of goods or services.

b)

Trade barriers are agreements that promote free trade between countries.

c)

Trade barriers are taxes imposed on domestic goods only.

d)

Trade barriers are policies that encourage unlimited imports without any regulation.

8.

Define Quota.

a)

A quota is a government-imposed trade restriction that limits the number or monetary value of goods that can be imported or exported during a particular time period.

b)

A quota is a tax imposed on imported goods to increase their price.

c)

A quota is a subsidy given to domestic producers to encourage production.

d)

A quota is a free trade agreement between two countries allowing unlimited imports and exports.

9.

Define Tariff.

a)

A tariff is a tax imposed by a government on goods and services imported from other countries.

b)

A tariff is a subsidy given to local businesses by the government.

c)

A tariff is a type of insurance for exported goods.

d)

A tariff is a permit required for international travel.

10.

Define Foreign Exchange Rates.

a)

Foreign exchange rates are the rates at which one currency can be exchanged for another.

b)

Foreign exchange rates are the rates at which goods are exchanged between countries.

c)

Foreign exchange rates are the rates at which stocks are traded in the market.

d)

Foreign exchange rates are the rates at which interest is paid on foreign deposits.

11.

Define Embargo.

a)

An embargo is an official ban on trade or other commercial activity with a particular country.

b)

An embargo is a type of currency used in international trade.

c)

An embargo is a diplomatic agreement between two countries to share resources.

d)

An embargo is a tax imposed on imported goods.

12.

Define Multinational corporations (MNC).

a)

Multinational corporations (MNC) are companies that operate in more than one country.

b)

Multinational corporations (MNC) are companies that only operate in their home country.

c)

Multinational corporations (MNC) are companies that are owned by the government.

d)

Multinational corporations (MNC) are companies that do not engage in international trade.

13.

Define Joint Venture.

a)

A joint venture is a business arrangement in which two or more parties agree to pool their resources for the purpose of accomplishing a specific task.

b)

A joint venture is a type of insurance policy for business owners.

c)

A joint venture is a government regulation for international trade.

d)

A joint venture is a method of calculating company profits.

14.

Define Licensing.

a)

Licensing is a business arrangement in which one company gives another company permission to manufacture its product for a specified payment.

b)

Licensing is a process of buying raw materials from another company.

c)

Licensing is a method of hiring employees from other companies.

d)

Licensing is a way to merge two companies into one.

15.

Define Franchising.

a)

Franchising is a method of distributing goods or services involving a franchisor, who establishes the brand's trademark or trade name, and a franchisee, who pays a royalty and often an initial fee to do business under the franchisor's name and system.

b)

Franchising is a process where a company merges with another to expand its market share.

c)

Franchising is a method of government regulation over private businesses.

d)

Franchising is a way for individuals to invest in stocks and bonds through a financial institution.

16.

Define World Trade Organization.

a)

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is an intergovernmental organization that regulates international trade.

b)

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is a global financial institution that provides loans to developing countries.

c)

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is an international organization that promotes environmental protection.

d)

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is a United Nations agency responsible for humanitarian aid.

17.

Define International Monetary Fund.

a)

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an international organization that aims to promote global economic growth and financial stability, encourage international trade, and reduce poverty.

b)

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a global bank that provides personal loans to individuals.

c)

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an organization that manages international sports events.

d)

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is a charity focused on wildlife conservation.

18.

Define World Bank.

a)

The World Bank is an international financial institution that provides loans and grants to the governments of low- and middle-income countries for the purpose of pursuing capital projects.

b)

The World Bank is a global organization that manages international trade agreements.

c)

The World Bank is a financial institution that only serves private corporations.

d)

The World Bank is a non-profit organization focused on environmental conservation.

19.

Define Comparative Advantage.

a)

Comparative advantage is the ability of a country to produce a good or service at a lower opportunity cost than another country.

b)

Comparative advantage is the ability of a country to produce more of a good or service than another country using the same resources.

c)

Comparative advantage is the ability of a country to produce a good or service at a lower absolute cost than another country.

d)

Comparative advantage is the ability of a country to consume more goods and services than another country.

20.

Define Absolute Advantage.

a)

Absolute advantage is the ability of a country, individual, company, or region to produce a good or service more efficiently than another entity.

b)

Absolute advantage is the ability to consume more goods and services than another entity.

c)

Absolute advantage is the ability to produce a good or service at a lower opportunity cost than another entity.

d)

Absolute advantage is the ability to trade goods and services without any restrictions.

21.

List one factor of the International Business Environment.

a)

Geography is a factor of the International Business Environment.

b)

Gravity is a factor of the International Business Environment.

c)

Geometry is a factor of the International Business Environment.

d)

Gastronomy is a factor of the International Business Environment.

22.

List one factor of the International Business Environment.

a)

Cultural influences are a factor of the International Business Environment.

b)

Gravity is a factor of the International Business Environment.

c)

Photosynthesis is a factor of the International Business Environment.

d)

Osmosis is a factor of the International Business Environment.

23.

List one factor of the International Business Environment.

a)

Economic development is a factor of the International Business Environment.

b)

Gravity is a factor of the International Business Environment.

c)

Photosynthesis is a factor of the International Business Environment.

d)

Osmosis is a factor of the International Business Environment.

24.

List one factor of the International Business Environment.

a)

Literacy level is a factor of the International Business Environment.

b)

Gravity is a factor of the International Business Environment.

c)

Photosynthesis is a factor of the International Business Environment.

d)

Osmosis is a factor of the International Business Environment.

25.

List one factor of the International Business Environment.

a)

Technology is a factor of the International Business Environment.

b)

Banana is a factor of the International Business Environment.

c)

Gravity is a factor of the International Business Environment.

d)

Rainbows are a factor of the International Business Environment.

26.

List one factor of the International Business Environment.

a)

Agriculture dependency is a factor of the International Business Environment.

b)

Seasonal rainfall is a factor of the International Business Environment.

c)

Soil fertility is a factor of the International Business Environment.

d)

Crop rotation is a factor of the International Business Environment.

27.

List one factor of the International Business Environment.

a)

Political and legal concerns are a factor of the International Business Environment.

b)

Seasonal changes in local weather patterns.

c)

Personal hobbies of business owners.

d)

Favorite foods of international travelers.

28.

Name one type of trade among nations.

a)

Absolute advantage is a type of trade among nations.

b)

Gravity is a type of trade among nations.

c)

Photosynthesis is a type of trade among nations.

d)

Osmosis is a type of trade among nations.

29.

Name one type of trade among nations.

a)

Comparative advantage is a type of trade among nations.

b)

Gravity is a type of trade among nations.

c)

Absolute zero is a type of trade among nations.

d)

Photosynthesis is a type of trade among nations.

30.

Name one type of trade among nations.

a)

Importing is a type of trade among nations.

b)

Planting is a type of trade among nations.

c)

Sleeping is a type of trade among nations.

d)

Painting is a type of trade among nations.

31.

Name one type of trade among nations.

a)

Exporting is a type of trade among nations.

b)

Planting is a type of trade among nations.

c)

Sleeping is a type of trade among nations.

d)

Painting is a type of trade among nations.

32.

Name one factor affecting currency values.

a)

Balance of payments is a factor affecting currency values.

b)

The color of banknotes is a factor affecting currency values.

c)

The shape of coins is a factor affecting currency values.

d)

The design of currency symbols is a factor affecting currency values.

33.

Name one factor affecting currency values.

a)

Economic conditions are a factor affecting currency values.

b)

The color of banknotes is a factor affecting currency values.

c)

The shape of coins is a factor affecting currency values.

d)

The size of currency notes is a factor affecting currency values.

34.

Name one factor affecting currency values.

a)

Political stability is a factor affecting currency values.

b)

The color of banknotes determines currency values.

c)

Currency values depend on the number of letters in the country's name.

d)

Currency values are set by the national flag design.

35.

List any one geographic factor affecting international trade.

a)

Location, Climate, Terrain, Water ways, or Natural resources

b)

Government policies

c)

Technological advancements

d)

Cultural traditions

e)

Political stability

36.

Which of the following is a cultural factor affecting international trade?

a)

Technology

b)

Language

c)

Tariffs

d)

Inflation

37.

Name one political or legal factor affecting international trade.

a)

Government systems, Political stability, Trade Barriers, or Business regulations

b)

Climate change, Natural disasters, Weather patterns, or Ocean currents

c)

Cultural festivals, Food preferences, Fashion trends, or Music styles

d)

Technological gadgets, Internet speed, Smartphone brands, or Social media apps

38.

Which of the following is an economic factor affecting international trade?

a)

Family

b)

Education

c)

Food

d)

Traditions

39.

Quotas are used to keep supply low and prices at an acceptable level.

a)

True

b)

False

40.

Tariffs can be set amounts in pounds, gallons, or other units.

a)

True

b)

False

41.

Tariffs increase the price of goods and services.

a)

True

b)

False

42.

Embargoes are used to protect from international competition.

a)

True

b)

False

43.

Name one reason for setting quotas in international trade.

a)

To keep supply low and prices at an acceptable level, To express displeasure at the policies of the importing country, or To protect one of the country’s industries

b)

To increase unemployment in the exporting country

c)

To reduce the quality of imported goods

d)

To encourage illegal trade activities

e)

To promote currency devaluation

44.

What are two formal trade barriers mentioned in the text?

a)

Quotas and Tariffs

b)

Imports and Exports

c)

Taxes and Subsidies

d)

Licenses and Permits

45.

Which of the following is NOT a geographic factor affecting international trade?

a)

Location

b)

Climate

c)

Religion

d)

Water ways

46.

Which of the following is a reason for embargoes?

a)

To increase supply

b)

To prevent sensitive products from falling into the hands of unfriendly groups or nations

c)

To lower prices

d)

To encourage imports

47.

Fill in the blank: ________ is a cultural factor affecting international trade that involves beliefs and practices.

a)

Religion

b)

Climate

c)

Currency

d)

Technology

48.

Fill in the blank: ________ is an economic factor affecting international trade that refers to the general increase in prices.

a)

Inflation

b)

Deflation

c)

Tariff

d)

Subsidy

49.

Which of the following is a political or legal factor affecting international trade?

a)

Traditions

b)

Business regulations

c)

Natural resources

d)

Technology

50.

Fill in the blank: Tariffs increase the ________ of goods and services.

a)

price

b)

quality

c)

quantity

d)

demand

51.

Which of the following is NOT an economic factor affecting international trade?

a)

Technology

b)

Education

c)

Customs

d)

Exchange Rate

52.

Fill in the blank: ________ is a geographic factor affecting international trade that refers to the physical features of the land.

a)

Terrain

b)

Climate

c)

Population

d)

Currency

53.

Fill in the blank: One way to encourage international trade is _________?

a)

Free Trade Zones

b)

High Tariffs

c)

Strict Import Quotas

d)

Export Bans

e)

Currency Devaluation

54.

Fill in the blank: NAFTA is an example of a way to encourage _________.

a)

international trade

b)

domestic tourism

c)

local agriculture

d)

urban development

55.

Fill in the blank: Common Markets allow movement over borders and investment in other markets, such as the ______ and ______.

a)

EU and LAIA

b)

NAFTA and ASEAN

c)

OPEC and WTO

d)

APEC and MERCOSUR

56.

Fill in the blank: Duty free is typically found around ________ or ________.

a)

seaports or airports

b)

schools or colleges

c)

hospitals or clinics

d)

parks or playgrounds

57.

Which of the following is NOT a way to encourage international trade?

a)

Free Trade Zones

b)

NAFTA

c)

Common Markets

d)

Tariffs

58.

Fill in the blank: MNC stands for _________.

a)

Multinational corporations

b)

Multiple National Councils

c)

Modern Network Companies

d)

Major National Committees

59.

Which of the following is a strategy used by multinational corporations?

a)

Global strategies

b)

Local strategies

c)

Regional strategies

d)

Domestic strategies

60.

Fill in the blank: Joint ventures are a type of _________.

a)

Global Market Entry Mode

b)

Financial Instrument

c)

Marketing Strategy

d)

Human Resource Policy

61.

Fill in the blank: One benefit of MNCs is that a large amount of ________ are available.

a)

goods

b)

waste

c)

pollution

d)

taxes

62.

Fill in the blank: Lower prices is a benefit of _________.

a)

MNCs (Multinational Corporations)

b)

NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations)

c)

SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises)

d)

Government Agencies

63.

Fill in the blank: Career opportunities are a benefit of _________

a)

MNCs (Multinational Corporations)

b)

Local NGOs

c)

Small family businesses

d)

Government taxes

64.

Fill in the blank: Friendly international relations is a benefit of _________

a)

MNCs (Multinational Corporations)

b)

Local NGOs

c)

Small-scale industries

d)

Domestic trade unions

65.

Fill in the blank: One drawback of MNCs is that they can become an economic _________

a)

powerhouse

b)

burden

c)

failure

d)

supporter

66.

Fill in the blank: Worker dependence on the MNC for ________ is a drawback.

a)

jobs

b)

holidays

c)

transport

d)

food

67.

Fill in the blank: Consumer dependence for goods and services is a drawback of _________

a)

MNCs (Multinational Corporations)

b)

NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations)

c)

SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises)

d)

PSUs (Public Sector Undertakings)

68.

Fill in the blank: Influence or control of ________ power is a drawback of MNCs.

a)

political

b)

economic

c)

military

d)

social

69.

Which of the following is NOT a global market entry mode?

a)

Licensing

b)

Franchising

c)

Joint Venture

d)

Exporting

70.

Fill in the blank: The World Trade Organization is an international trade _________

a)

organization

b)

currency

c)

treaty

d)

company

71.

Fill in the blank: The International Monetary Fund is an international trade _________

a)

organization

b)

currency

c)

agreement

d)

company

72.

Fill in the blank: The World Bank is an international trade _________

a)

organization

b)

currency

c)

treaty

d)

commodity