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IKEA, which recently introduced a 365-day exchange and return policy for its consumers in India, was originally founded in which country in 1943?

1. Germany
2. Denmark
3. Sweden
4. Norway

Correct answer: Sweden

Solution

IKEA was founded in 1943 by Ingvar Kamprad in Sweden. Therefore, among the given options, Sweden is correct.

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