Question

Oceanic, a venture capital firm, has the opportunity to invest in one of two firms that are in the process of globalizing. Macmillan, an air-conditioner manufacturer, faces intense pressure from its home market. Rent a Swag, a dog-toy manufacturer, has encountered little competition in its country of origin. In which company should Oceanic invest?
a. Macmillan, because air conditioners cost more to ship than dog toys do
b. Macmillan, because firms that face stiff competition at home tend to do better abroad
c. Rent a Swag, because firms that face little or no competition at home tend to do better abroad
d. Rent a Swag, because dog toys cost less to ship than air conditioners do

Answer 1

Answer: B. Macmillan, because firms that face stiff competition at home tend to do better abroad

Explanation:

Following the information given, it can be deduced that Oceanic should invest in Macmillan, because firms that face stiff competition at home tend to do better abroad.

The fact that Macmillan, which is an air-conditioner manufacturer, faces intense pressure from its home market will have resulted in the company making quality sure conditioners in order to sustain the pressure and have an edge over its local competitors. Therefore, the company will do better abroad as a result of this.

The correct option is B.