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1. In a world without trade, what would American consumers have to pay for Logitechs products? 2. Explain how trade lowers the costs of making computer peripherals such as mice and keyboards? 3. Use the theory of comparative advantage to explain the way in which Logitech has configured its global operations. Why does the company manufacture in China and Taiwan, undertake basic R&D in California and Switzerland, design products in Ireland, and coordinate marketing and operations from California? 4. To what extent can Porters diamond help explain the choice of Taiwan as a major manufacturing site for Logitech? 5. Why do you think China is now a favoured location for so much high-technology manufacturing activity? How will Chinas increasing involvement in global trade help that country? How will it help the worlds developed economies? What potential problems are associated with moving work to China?
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS