Globalization's Economic Impact Quiz

Which of the following best defines globalization?

• The process of countries becoming more isolated from each other

• The process of countries becoming more interconnected through trade, communication, and technology

• The increase in local businesses only

• The reduction of international travel

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TX.§113.42.C.16.C.

Which of the following is a direct result of globalization?

• Decreased international trade

• Increased cultural exchange between nations

• Fewer multinational corporations

• Reduced access to technology

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TX.§113.42.C.16.C.

What is an example of a global economic organization?

• The World Trade Organization (WTO)

• The local school board

• The city council

• The neighborhood association

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TX.§113.42.C.16.C.

Which term describes a company that operates in multiple countries?

• Local business

• Multinational corporation

• Sole proprietorship

• Nonprofit organization

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TX.§113.42.C.16.C.

Which of the following is a basic economic impact of globalization?

• Increased isolation of economies

• Greater access to foreign markets

• Decreased international investment

• Lower levels of communication

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TX.§113.42.C.16.C.

Which of the following best describes outsourcing as it relates to globalization?

• Hiring workers only from the local community

• Contracting work to companies in other countries to reduce costs

• Increasing tariffs on imported goods

• Limiting trade to only one country

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TX.§113.42.C.16.C.

How might globalization affect the price of consumer goods?

• Prices always increase

• Prices may decrease due to increased competition and lower production costs

• Prices are unaffected

• Prices only change in developing countries

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TX.§113.42.C.16.C.

A U.S. car company opens a factory in Mexico. Which economic impact of globalization does this best illustrate?

• Decreased international cooperation

• Outsourcing and foreign direct investment

• Reduced trade barriers

• Increased tariffs

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TX.§113.42.C.16.C.

Which scenario best demonstrates how globalization can benefit consumers?

• Consumers have fewer choices in products

• Consumers have access to a wider variety of goods from around the world

• Consumers pay higher prices for imported goods

• Consumers are limited to local products only

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TX.§113.42.C.16.C.

Which of the following is a potential negative economic impact of globalization for some workers?

• Increased job security

• Job loss due to companies relocating to countries with lower labor costs

• Higher wages for all workers

• Decreased competition

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TX.§113.42.C.16.C.