Question

what factor played an important role in speeding up globalization?
multiple choice
fortification of trade and investment barriers between each country
export restrictions which ensured that the people of a country had access to their own products
declining barriers to trade and investment that eased the flow of capital throughout the world
increased government - enforced import tariffs that protected the domestic economy
rejection of the free - trade doctrine, which increased global outsourcing

Explanation:

Globalization involves increased economic integration. Declining trade/investment barriers facilitate cross - border capital flow, a key aspect of globalization. Options A, B, D, and E involve barriers or restrictions that would hinder globalization.

Answer:

C. declining barriers to trade and investment that eased the flow of capital throughout the world