The concept of a "global production chain" refers to:
a. increasing foreign investment in less-developed countries.
b. increasing foreign trade among developed and less-developed countries in recent decades.
c. the phenomenon of different steps in the manufacturing process of a product such as a Barbie doll taking place in different countries.
d. Chinese, or other foreign workers, making blouses for U.S. companies such as the Gap.
Answer: c
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