With respect to a consumer buying situation that involves variety-seeking behavior, the market leader generally encourages variety seeking by offering lower prices or deals.

The ultimate form of foreign investment is direct ownership of foreign-based assembly or manufacturing facilities.

A global firm is a firm that operates in more than one country and captures R&D, production, logistical, marketing, and financial advantages not available to purely domestic competitors.

The demand for business goods is ultimately derived from the demand for raw materials.

A person’s position in a group is defined in terms of role and status.

Groups that have an indirect influence on a person’s attitude or behavior can be a part of his or her reference groups.

A global profile is essential for firms like Prada, Gucci, and Louis Vuitton to profitably grow because the addressable market is small.

Luxury brands are usually not global because they target a niche market.

Social class is the fundamental determinant of a person’s wants and behavior.

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