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Which of the following issues is a benefit of globalization?

A
a loss of jobs in some industries and sectors
B
an increased availability of goods and services
C
an increase in the power of corporations
D
a loss of cultural diversity
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All of the following are major divisions within the United Nations except __________.

A
the International Civil Defence Organization
B
the Secretariat
C
the General Assembly
D
the Economic and Social Council
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Honduras is one of the world’s leading exporters of bananas each year. Which of the following factors is NOT an incentive for Honduras to export bananas?

A
Honduras has few resources it can devote toward growing bananas.
B
Honduras’ climate helps the country grow bananas faster than other countries.
C
Honduras’ economy specializes in growing bananas.
D
Honduras can grow bananas more cheaply than many other countries can.
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Which of the following nations has been accused of actively pursuing nuclear weapons technology in recent years?

A
China
B
Afghanistan
C
Iran
D
Pakistan
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Why is it difficult to turn strong brands into commodities?

A
Consumers are less likely to purchase recognized brand names, making them less likely to be targets for commoditization.
B
Strong brands generally have fewer features that are valued by people interested in purchasing commodities.
C
A well-established brand more easily resists commoditization because of its reputation, value, innovation, and consumer trust.
D
A strong brand escapes trade barriers.
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How do “global teens” differ from teens of other generations as a result of commoditization?

A
A global teen does not attend school.
B
A Japanese teen does not have access to other cultures.
C
Today’s teens can go to the movies, unlike other generations of teenagers.
D
Teens, whether in America or Thailand, have access to the same pop culture.
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Why would countries want to create protectionist trade policies?

A
They are interested in opening free trade.
B
They want to support industries within their own borders.
C
They are interested in importing cheaper goods from neighbors.
D
They want to lower restrictions on imports.
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Increases in transportation time and shipping costs have caused trade to decrease.

A
T
B
F
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Westernization commonly is referred to as Americanization. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F
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In a short paragraph, explain how modern technologies have changed the way we communicate. How do modern technologies change the amount of time it takes to communicate?

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What is the name of the treaty that is designed to limit the spread of nuclear weapons and that has been signed by 190 countries?

A
the SALT I Treaty
B
the SALT II Treaty
C
the International Atomic Energy Act
D
the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty
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Why would countries be willing to place barriers on trade? Explain two factors that might encourage a country to place quotas and tariffs on imported goods.

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The World Health Organization (WHO) is specifically responsible for all of the following except __________.

A
promoting healthy living and diet
B
distributing vaccines and medications
C
monitoring outbreaks of infectious diseases
D
providing food during crisis situations
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Intergovernmental organizations focus only on political and economic issues. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

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T
B
F
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Photo by Zheng Zhi The above photo shows a Chinese billboard depicting an American basketball player. In one paragraph, explain how the photo serves as an example of Westernization.

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