State Government and Business

In order to form a business, owners must apply for a corporate _ from the secretary of state office.

(a)  

How do state government try to attract businesses to their states? (Click all that apply)

• Offer tax breaks

• Provide infrastructre

• Give low cost loans and grants.

Privately owned public utility companies are heavily regulated and must get permission from the state to increase their rates.

• True

• False

What is the current minimum wage in MN? (2025)

• $7.25

• $9.58

• $11.13

• $15.00

In MN, school children between 14-16 cannot work during school hours unless they granted a work release form from their school.

• True

• False

Some argue public sector unions protect workers' rights and wages while others argue the promote inefficiency and put a heavy burden on state spending.

• True

• False

Which of the following occupations typically fall under public sector unions? (Click all that apply)

• Teachers

• Police

• Firemen

• Public Utility Workers

Right to _ laws prohibit employers from requiring workers to join a union as terms of employment.

(a)