Since the 1960s, which of the following has been a notable trend in the demographics of the multinational enterprise?

A. The decline of multinational companies in the manufacturing sector

B. The growth of government-owned multinational enterprises

C. The decline of non-U. S. multinationals

D. The growth of mini-multinationals

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Nico Jarvis

2 January, 06:02

Since the 1960s, which of the following has been a notable trend in the demographics of the multinational enterprise?

A. The decline of multinational companies in the manufacturing sector

B. The growth of government-owned multinational enterprises

C. The decline of non-U. S. multinationals

D. The growth of mini-multinationals

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Axel George · Answer 1

D. The growth of Mini - Multinationals

Explanation:

Mini-multinationals are companies or organisations that carry out their business in two or more countries but are still within the definition of small and medium sized organisations.

Initially before the advent of the computer and the accelerated advancement of globalisation only standardized multinationals based on large firms and corporations were able to carry out business across several countries. However, globalisation as well as the rapid advancement of information technology has made tools of business available such that even small or medium sized firms can become multinationals.

For instance, the availability of an e-market and fast delivery methods makes it possible for a local shoe seller to transact businesses across two or more countries. This is defined as a mini-multinational