Making counterfeit copies of Gucci purses, Hilfiger sportswear, 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 highlights the cultural factors that contribute to the prevalence of counterfeit products in China, such as the tradition of copying as an art form and the lack of stigma associated with it. Therefore, the best choice is societal culture and norms (choice D). None of the other options are directly related to the cultural context described in the passage.

Making Counterfeit Copies of Gucci Purses, Hilfiger Sportswear, and Other