During a school trip to Russia with other British Columbia students, Michelle is surprised to hear Justin Bieber's latest song being played at the McDonald's in Saint Petersburg. She is further surprised when a group of local teens begins to sing along to the song. What is Michelle witnessing?

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Michelle is witnessing globalization, which refers to the process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale, leading to the spread of cultural, economic, and social practices around the world. In this case, a Canadian artist's music being popular in Russia exemplifies how cultural products can transcend local and national boundaries, becoming global phenomena.

During a School Trip to Russia with Other British Columbia