82) Norstrand Enterprises wants the most cost effective cross-cultural training for its expatriate managers. Which of the following would be most appropriate?
A) Affective approach
B) Information-giving approach
C) Fictional-cultural approach
D) Impression approach
83) Aileen is going to Paris for three weeks to train new store managers. Which would be the best type of training approach to prepare Aileen for her assignment?
A) The affective approach
B) The information-giving approach
C) The impression approach
D) The immersion approach
84) A lengthy cross-cultural training that typically includes language training and field experiences as well as training for the manager's family is a(n):
A) affective approach.
B) information-giving approach.
C) real world approach.
D) impression approach.
85) A company wants a moderately extensive approach to cross-cultural training that will take a month or less and will focus on psychological and managerial skills. Their best choice for cross-cultural training would be a(n):
A) affective approach.
B) information-giving approach.
C) fictional-cultural approach.
D) impression approach.
86) According to the text, what is the most challenging task for expatriates dealing with global issues?
A) Modifying technology
B) Anticipating political risks
C) Monitoring foreign currencies
D) Negotiating with local governments
87) What has been the primary problem facing foreign-based U.S. firms that offer employee hotlines for reporting ethics violations?
A) Technological malfunctions
B) Communication failures
C) Privacy concerns
D) Bribery charges
88) Which of the following is LEAST relevant to successful career planning for expatriates?
A) The spouses of expatriates receive adequate career support during the assignment.
B) Expatriates receive support from the home office through a mentoring program.
C) The power distance is greater in the home country than in the foreign country.
D) International assignments act as a step toward advancement within the firm.
89) Which of the following is most important when planning compensation for expatriates?
A) Providing a disposable income equal to that of repatriated managers
B) Offering stock options for the successful completion of the assignment
C) Basing salary and overtime rates on local pay and living standards
D) Granting cost-of-living adjustments to allow for price differences
90) One of the most expensive cities in the world for expatriates to live in is currently:
A) New York.
B) London.
C) Seoul.
D) Paris.
91) The standard “add-on” incentive for accepting an international assignment is ________ of base salary.
A) 15%
B) 25%
C) 35%
D) 45%
