Happy Pet Internationalization
Based in California, the Happy Pet Corporation has 45 pet supply stores across the United States. Given the firm's success in the U.S. market, Happy Pet managers are considering internationalizing their operations. Beth Schultz, the founder and CEO of Happy Pet, has expressed concerns about expanding the firm's operations into foreign markets. However, Edward O'Neal, the COO of Happy Pet, believes the corporation is ready for the next step. Happy Pet executives and managers have gathered to discuss their organization's readiness to internationalize.
-Which of the following most likely supports the opinion of Beth Schultz over the opinion of Edward O'Neal?

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Happy Pet Internationalization 
Based in California, the Happy Pet Corporation has 45 pet supply stores across the United States. Given the firm's success in the U.S. market, Happy Pet managers are considering internationalizing their operations. Beth Schultz, the founder and CEO of Happy Pet, has expressed concerns about expanding the firm's operations into foreign markets. However, Edward O'Neal, the COO of Happy Pet, believes the corporation is ready for the next step. Happy Pet executives and managers have gathered to discuss their organization's readiness to internationalize.
-Which of the following most likely supports the opinion of Beth Schultz over the opinion of Edward O'Neal?

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Happy Pet's business plan focusing on gaining a significant market share in the U.S. suggests that the company might not be ready to divert resources and attention to international markets, supporting Beth Schultz's concerns over Edward O'Neal's optimism.