Scenario: Globalization Debate
In his international business class,Professor Jang organizes a debate on the societal effects of globalization.Juan Prince takes a position against globalization.He emphasizes how supranational institutions can threaten national sovereignty.He also notes the prevalence of low wages and sweatshop conditions as firms utilize low-cost labour abroad.Juan then describes the detrimental effects of corporate pollution on the environment,and he ends his argument by explaining how market globalization helps homogenize national cultures.Rina Taylor is assigned to counter Juan's position.
-Which of the following most likely supports Rina's argument over Juan's concerning wages and working conditions in developing countries?

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Rina can argue that globalization has led to significant increases in wages in some developing countries, which suggests that globalization can have positive effects on working conditions in those countries. This counters Juan's argument that low wages and sweatshop conditions are prevalent because of globalization. Option A does not support either argument, option C is irrelevant as it does not directly relate to wages and working conditions, and option D is a policy suggestion that is not directly relevant to the debate.

Scenario: Globalization Debate in His International Business Class,Professor Jang Organizes a Debate on a Debate