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Question

Assertion (A) : The perceived risk of operating a domestic firm in international environment is much higher.
Reason (R) : The international environment is more volatile and the domestic firm generally does not have full information about the environment.

The correct answer is
Both (A) and (R) are correct.

International Risk: Assertion & Reason Analysis

Assertion (A) states that the perceived risk for a domestic firm operating internationally is considerably higher.

Reason (R) explains this is due to the greater volatility and incomplete information a domestic firm has about the international environment.

Evaluating the Statements

The assertion is correct. International operations involve factors like political instability, currency fluctuations, regulatory differences, and cultural barriers, which increase uncertainty and potential losses compared to domestic operations.

The reason is also correct. The international environment is inherently less predictable than a domestic one. Domestic firms often lack comprehensive data and understanding of foreign markets, competitors, and operational contexts, leading to information asymmetry.

Connecting Assertion and Reason

The lack of information and higher volatility (Reason R) directly contribute to the increased perceived risk (Assertion A) when a domestic firm ventures into international markets.

Final Verdict

Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are factually correct and Reason (R) provides a valid explanation for Assertion (A).

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Important Questions from Business Environment and International Business

  1. G20 Summit (2023) Proposed which Economic corridor including shipping and rail lines?

  2. According to eclectic theory of foreign direct investment, foreign direct investment will occur under which of the following conditions when they are to be uniquely combined?
    A. Ownership
    B. Location
    C. Market power
    D. Internationalization
    E. Vertical integration
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    A. Internalisation Advantage

    B. First Mover Advantage

    C. Knowledge Advantage

    D. Ownership Advantage

    E. Location Advantage

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    B. No need to conduct advertising campaigns

    C. Transportation costs having fallen to very low levels for most products

    D. Restricted international travel

    E. Tastes are consistent at the global level

    Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
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