JD points out that many international businesses will rely on local firms and independent contractors to supply labor. Why does JD take issue with that practice and suggest that companies should hire workers directly? a. Fear of litigation. b. Fear of revolution. c. Because that will be good for the bottom line. d. Because that would be the ethically responsible thing to do. e. Because that will make them more competitive in foreign markets.
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