$5.$ After deciding to make purchases from foreign sources, why should retailers keep contact with alternative sources of supply?

$6.$ Research and give examples of US retailers who have expanded into foreign markets. What are the advantages of doing so$?$

$7.$ Research and give examples of foreign retailers who have expanded into the US market. Do you identify any themes among these retailers?

$8.$ Identify foreign products that are unavailable for buyers to purchase in the US market.$$

$9.$ Which countries are the sources of most apparel and textile imports in the United States? How does that compare to other countries importing apparel and textile goods?

$10.$ Imagine you are a retailer interested in expanding into foreign markets. Would you expand with your existing store or purchase an existing retailer there? Support your decision.