(1)The level of its fixed costs,(2)its minimum efficient scale,and (3)_______________ are three characteristics of a manufacturing technology that are particularly interesting to international firms when making manufacturing location decisions.

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The first two characteristics listed (level of fixed costs and minimum efficient scale) relate to the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the manufacturing technology, which are important factors for any company considering international manufacturing locations. The third characteristic that would be particularly interesting to international firms is flexibility, as it allows for adaptation to varying market demands and changes in production requirements. Factors of production (E) are important to consider, but they are not a characteristic of the manufacturing technology itself. The technological sophistication of the manufacturing process (C) is important, but it is often tied to the level of fixed costs and minimum efficient scale. Variable costs (B) are also important but not as critical as the other factors listed. The cost of moving executives overseas (D) is not related to the manufacturing technology and therefore is not a relevant consideration for this question.

(1)The Level of Its Fixed Costs,(2)its Minimum Efficient Scale,and (3)_______________