ALL of the following are situations where we are likely to observe firms exerting ownership and control over their cross$-$border activities, EXCEPT?

Group of answer choices

When firms are conducting business in transparent and efficient markets with low trade barriers.

When firms are engaging in long$-$term research and development $($R&D$)$ projects.

When firms are using intellectual property that is not easily protected by patents.

When firms are operating in countries with weak legal institutions and widespread corruption.

When firms are relying on coordinated teams to generate knowledge and create value.

When firms are incorporating knowledge as public good into their global value chain.