A computer is labeled "American-made," but in fact many of its components were made and assembled abroad, but it is boxed and labeled in the United States.This type of production is characteristic of
A)continuous process technology.
B)small batch production.
C)mini-mills.
D)a "pay-for-knowledge" plan.
E)hollow corporations.

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This type of production is known as a "hollow corporation," which refers to a company that mostly outsources its production and operations while retaining control and branding in the home country. The label "American-made" can be misleading in this case.

A Computer Is Labeled "American-Made," but in Fact Many of Its