Locate the most recent 10-K filing by Gillette Corporation from the EDGAR archives (www.sec.gov/edaux/searches.htm). The “Notes to the Financial Statements”contains detailed segment information.

Required

a. Identify the major business (industry) segments in which Gillette is involved.

b. What is the percentage contribution of each segment to the company’s net sales and profit from operations? Which is the most important business segment?

c. For which geographic areas does Gillette have a material presence? Which is the most profitable geographic area?

d. In your opinion, is Gillette a U.S. company or a global company?