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College Bus- Test #1 (Ch. 1-6) Part 1

Total questions: 40

Worksheet time: 10hrs 0mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Brazil has experienced a reduction in the total value of its goods and services over the past year. This would most likely be reflected as a

a)

Decrease in Brazil's GDP

b)

Increase in Brazil's GDP

c)

Improvement in Brazil's trade balance

d)

Increase in Brazil's inflation rate

2.

Do S Corporations offer protection against personal liability?

a)

Yes

b)

No

3.

According to a typical supply curve, what happens to the quantity supplied when the price of a good decreases?

a)

It decreases

b)

It increases

c)

It remains the same

d)

It fluctuates randomly

4.

A merger between a supplier and a company in the same industry is referred to as

a)

Conglomerate merger

b)

Vertical merger

c)

Horizontal merger

d)

Strategic merger

5.

Which form of business ownership is characterized by limited liability and double taxation?

a)

Corporation

b)

Sole Proprietorship

c)

Partnership

d)

Limited Liability Company

6.

Which of the following is NOT considered one of the factors of production?

a)

Land

b)

Labor

c)

Capital

d)

Deflation

7.

Bankers often evaluate an entrepreneur's credit history when deciding on a business loan application

a)

True

b)

False

8.

________ is a program that helps small businesses obtain financing through government-backed loans.

a)

SEC

b)

SBIC

c)

SCORE

d)

FASB

9.

What does a typical demand curve illustrate?

a)

As the price of a good decreases, the quantity demanded increases

b)

As the price of a good increases, the quantity demanded remains constant

c)

As the supply of a good decreases, the quantity demanded increases

d)

As the supply of a good increases, the quantity demanded decreases

10.

Which economic system prioritizes private ownership and market competition?

a)

Communism

b)

Capitalism

c)

Socialism

d)

Feudalism

11.

John is considering becoming a franchisee for a well-known fast food chain that has been successful for over 30 years. What is a potential challenge John might face if he decides to become a franchisee?

a)

High initial investment costs

b)

Limited support from the franchisor

c)

Low brand recognition

d)

Insufficient training programs

12.

One reason franchises have become so popular is that this arrangement provides the franchisee with:

a)

Limited liability

b)

A low cost way to start a business

c)

The right to retain all profits earned by the franchise

d)

A nationally recognized name and product

13.

A well-known car tire manufacturer is considering merging with a company that supplies car engines. This would be an example of a:

a)

Horizontal merger

b)

Vertical merger

c)

Conglomerate merger

d)

Linear merger

14.

An attempt by employees, management, or a group of investors to purchase an organization (business) primarily through borrowing is referred to as a

a)

Horizontal merger

b)

Vertical merger

c)

Leveraged buyout

d)

Conglomerate merger

15.

Which of the following is a characteristic of a partnership?

a)

It is a type of corporation with limited liability

b)

It allows for easy transfer of ownership

c)

It is subject to double taxation

d)

It involves shared management and profits

16.

What is one of the primary benefits of forming a corporation?

a)

Double taxation

b)

Limited liability for the investors

c)

Difficulty in raising capital

d)

Complexity in management

17.

Who is responsible for overseeing the overall strategy and direction of a corporation (big picture items)?

a)

Board of Directors

b)

Investment Bankers

c)

Venture Capitalists

d)

General Partners

18.

What is an owner of a corporation called?

a)

Shareholder

b)

Partner

c)

Director

d)

Executive

19.

True or False- partnership agreements should be put into writing.

a)

True

b)

False

20.

True or False? If you are a sole proprietor, profits and losses from your business are reported as part of your personal income tax return.

a)

True

b)

False

21.

What is the term for a partner who contributes capital to a business but does not participate in its management?

a)

General Partner

b)

Active Partner

c)

Limited Partner

d)

Equity Partner

22.

As a general partner in a business, how is the income earned by the business treated for tax purposes?

a)

Completely exempt from taxes

b)

Included in the general partner's personal income for tax purposes

c)

Subject to double taxation - once as business income and again as personal income

23.

Which of the following is a significant risk for the owner of a sole proprietorship?

a)

Difficulty in transferring ownership

b)

Unlimited personal liability

c)

Complexity in decision making

d)

Double taxation of profits

24.

What is a key benefit of operating a sole proprietorship for many entrepreneurs?

a)

The ability to make all business decisions independently

b)

Having access to unlimited resources

c)

Being exempt from all business regulations

d)

Having a team of co-owners to share responsibilities

25.

What is the most common form of business ownership?

a)

Sole Proprietorship

b)

Partnership

c)

Corporation

d)

Limited Liability Company

26.

Which economist is known for the concept of the "invisible hand" in market theory?

a)

Adam Smith

b)

John Maynard Keynes

c)

David Ricardo

d)

Friedrich Hayek

27.

Licensing allows domestic companies to grant foreign entities the right to manufacture their products and use their brand name in return for royalties. True or False?

a)

True

b)

False

28.

If a Japanese electronics company acquires a Canadian software firm, the Canadian software firm becomes a(n):

a)

Global Franchise

b)

Global Joint Venture

c)

Foreign Subsidiary

d)

Contract Manufacturer

29.

When a company engages in ___________, it allows a foreign company to produce its product under the domestic company's brand name.

a)

Contract Manufacturing

b)

Licensing

c)

Exporting

d)

Joint Venture

30.

What term is used to describe the fee (tax) imposed by a government on imported goods?

a)

Exchange Rate

b)

Quota

c)

Tariff

d)

Subsidy

31.

A _________ is a collaborative agreement between two or more companies to achieve specific objectives while maintaining their independence.

a)

Strategic Alliance

b)

Joint Venture

c)

Business Merger

d)

Corporate Partnership

32.

The World Trade Organization (WTO) was created to promote international trade. True or False?

a)

True

b)

False

33.

A(n) _______ is a restriction (limit) on the quantity of a product that can be imported or exported during a specific time period.

a)

Embargo

b)

Quota

c)

Tariff

34.

What is one of the main objectives of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT)?

a)

Promote international peace and security

b)

Standardize global environmental regulations

c)

Reduce trade barriers between countries

d)

Enforce labor laws worldwide

35.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) includes efforts to improve minority hiring practices and reduce pollution. True or False?

a)

True

b)

False

36.

What has been the impact of the USMCA (United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement), formerly known as NAFTA, on the trade balance between the U.S. and Mexico?

a)

Improved

b)

Worsened

c)

No significant change

37.

Corporations make up a small percentage of all U.S. businesses, but they account for a large portion of the total business profits. True or False?

a)

True

b)

False

38.

Which of the following is a key feature of socialism?

a)

Focus on social welfare / equality

b)

Minimal government intervention

c)

Promotion of individual wealth

d)

High levels of economic inequality

39.

True or False? Including details about an entrepreneur's background and qualifications in a business plan is important for attracting investors.

a)

True

b)

False

40.

What is the term for facilities that provide shared services and support to new businesses to help them grow?

a)

Business Parks

b)

Startup Hubs

c)

Innovation Centers

d)

Incubators