Making counterfeit copies of Rolex watches,Mont Blanc fountain pens,Prada purses and other international brands is pervasive in China because it is so easy to get away with it.Laws protecting intellectual property are unclear and sporadically enforced.Even when they are applied,sanctions are minimal,typically consisting of confiscation,a warning,a public apology,and perhaps a fine (negotiated,of course).Moreover,copying enjoys a long tradition in China and does not carry a stigma.Copying a masterpiece was historically considered an art form in its own right,and Chinese students have been taught for centuries to copy their teachers as accurately as possible before attempting to create.A business introducing a product into China needs to know that _____ may lead to trademark infringements.

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The passage mentions that copying enjoys a long tradition in China and does not carry a stigma. It also highlights that Chinese students are taught to copy their teachers as accurately as possible before attempting to create. These cultural and societal norms make it easier for counterfeit products to be produced in China, leading to trademark infringements. Therefore, option A - societal culture and norms - is the best choice.

Making Counterfeit Copies of Rolex Watches,Mont Blanc Fountain Pens,Prada Purses