Japan's Sony Corporation is a prime example of a multinational enterprise. With this in mind, which of the following would most accurately characterize Sony's operations?
A) It follows a strategy of market globalization.
B) It has operations or subsidiaries in many different countries.
C) It places most of its emphasis on profits generated in foreign countries.
D) It would not expect its foreign operations to share the same goals as the parent firm.
E) It does not concern itself with differences in markets around the world.

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Sony's operations involve having subsidiaries or operations in multiple countries, which is a characteristic of a multinational enterprise. Options A, C, D, and E do not accurately describe Sony's operations as it emphasizes on profits generated globally, expects its foreign operations to share the same goals, and recognizes differences in markets around the world as it adapts its products and operations accordingly.

Japan's Sony Corporation Is a Prime Example of a Multinational