4.1.2 Flashcards

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Definition of Imports

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Goods that are brought into the domestic country from another

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Definition of Exports

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Goods that are sold by domestic businesses to another

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Definition of Specialisation

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When a company decides to focus on producing a particular good

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4 Benefits of Specialisation

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-Lower unit costs
-Lower prices for customers
-Increase profit margins
-Increase quality

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5
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What can Specialisation provide

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Competitive Advantage

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6
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What is FDI

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The investment by foreign firms resulting in more than 10% ownership of domestic firm

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How do businesses grow through FDI

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Mergers, Takeovers, Joint Ventures or Partnerships

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3 ways countries benefit from FDI

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-Increased economic growth
-Increased Job Opportunities
-Access to knowledge

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Definition of inward FDI

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When a foreign business invests in the local economy

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Definition of outward FDI

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When a domestic business expands to a foreign country

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