Which of the Following Is NOT True About the Practices

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true about the practices of Japanese MNCs in their operations in the United States?

A) It is much easier for labor to organize the operation of a Japanese MNC than it is a U.S.-based firm.
B) Japanese MNCs transfer a number of their practices (e.g., elimination of executive perks, use of work teams, emphasis on trust between workers and management, etc.) .
C) Sometimes the transfer of Japanese MNC practices is not successful, especially when sales decline.
D) Even though Japanese MNCs do transfer Japanese practices to U.S. facilities, the truth is that employment practices still tend to be similar to those of U.S.-based firms.
E) Language and cultural barriers can present a big problem for Japanese managers of U.S. operations.