Starbucks is a chain that is rapidly expanding its global operation. As it expanded into South America,its research showed that Chileans,on average,drink only 150 cups of coffee annually,and people in Argentina drink only about half that amount. An average citizen in Canada drinks 950 cups annually. What do these variations in annual coffee consumption most likely reflect?
A)policy uncertainties
B)nationalistic motivations
C)cultural differences
D)economic uncertainties

Question

Starbucks is a chain that is rapidly expanding its global operation. As it expanded into South America,its research showed that Chileans,on average,drink only 150 cups of coffee annually,and people in Argentina drink only about half that amount. An average citizen in Canada drinks 950 cups annually. What do these variations in annual coffee consumption most likely reflect?
A)policy uncertainties  
B)nationalistic motivations  
C)cultural differences  
D)economic uncertainties

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The variations in annual coffee consumption are most likely reflecting cultural differences between these countries. Different cultures may have different attitudes and preferences towards drinking coffee, which result in varying levels of consumption.

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