Yum! Brands,the parent company of KFC,has pursued an aggressive growth strategy in China.There are now over 3200 restaurants in 650 Chinese cities,and KFC has a 40% market share of the entire fast-food industry there.Yum! Brands China owns and directly manages about 90% of its Chinese stores,so it appears that the company prefers __________ in this market.
A)licensing
B)local assembly
C)a joint venture
D)direct investment
E)local manufacturing

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Yum! Brands China owns and directly manages about 90% of its Chinese stores, indicating that the company prefers direct investment in this market.

Yum! Brands,the Parent Company of KFC,has Pursued an Aggressive Growth