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Venture capitalists provide funds for start-up businesses in exchange for part ownership in the new firm.

A) True
B) False

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The executive summary section of the business plan contains


A) computerized information that readers can access interactively.
B) information that will capture the attention of bankers and other investors who receive many business plans every day.
C) qualifications, experience, and education of the entrepreneur and prospective employees.
D) a financial summary prepared by the business's accountant.

E) B) and D)
F) A) and D)

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One of the best places for young entrepreneurs to start shopping for an SBA loan is a


A) Small Business Development Center.
B) financial institution specializing in business loans.
C) college or university financial aid office.
D) website for the Venture Capitalists Association.

E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

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A major advantage of preparing a formal business plan is that prospective entrepreneurs must identify the resources and activities required to successfully operate their proposed venture.

A) True
B) False

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An entrepreneurial team is a group of experienced managers who share the same skills and abilities.

A) True
B) False

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Enterprise zones and investor visas are examples of


A) government policies that favor large corporations rather than small businesses.
B) government programs that encourage economic growth through entrepreneurship.
C) government policies designed to encourage intrapreneurs.
D) examples of private initiatives to reduce the government's role in the economy.

E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

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By passing the Immigration Act of 1990, the U.S. government acted to encourage entrepreneurs to immigrate to the United States.

A) True
B) False

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Pepe has asked about the possibility of obtaining a microloan from the SBA. This type of loan is awarded primarily on the basis of the


A) borrower's integrity and the soundness of the business idea.
B) amount of collateral the borrower can pledge.
C) borrower's credit history and record of previous business success.
D) age of the borrower, since only senior citizens qualify.

E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

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Although successful entrepreneurs are more tolerant of uncertainty,


A) they seldom start another business after a failure.
B) they develop mental games to see themselves through the risk game, especially.
C) they always protect themselves from failure by taking out lots of insurance.
D) they strive to take calculated risks.

E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

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One way to control the legal costs associated with operating a small business is to purchase a prepaid legal plan.

A) True
B) False

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Rachel hopes to start her own business soon, but is concerned about her limited financial resources. She should save money by waiting to meet with lawyers and accountants until the business has grown and has been operating successfully for a few years.

A) True
B) False

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Matteo just left the Army after 20 years of service. During his service, he managed to save a little money and is now entitled to a government pension. His wants to go back to his home state of Arizona and start manufacturing small,Β solar-powered panels for residential use. Although he knows he needs a storefront and an industrial site, he is not 100 percent convinced about where to locate. However, he does know for certain that one of his top priorities is to limit his tax liability associated with this new business. What would you suggest for Matteo?


A) He should make certain he is deeply passionate about the product he is developing, before he explores the need.
B) He should keep it small, especially in the beginning.
C) He should take out a lot of insurance in case he finds out that he has not paid enough taxes.
D) He should check out the enterprise zones in Arizona.

E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

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As a high net worth individual, Aria searches for developing companies in need of additional funding to achieve their goals. In return for this ________, she expects to give up some percentage of ownership in the business.


A) analysis
B) venture capital
C) corporate loan
D) securities investment

E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

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Discuss the benefits exporting offers to small businesses. Given these benefits, why don't more small firms sell in international markets?

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Since entrepreneurs are starting new businesses, experience gained from working for an established business isn't particularly helpful.

A) True
B) False

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According to the Spotlight on Small Business box, people in college are not ready to start their own business.

A) True
B) False

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Entrepreneurs avoid risk and place a high priority on security.

A) True
B) False

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Laila created a new piece of workout gear. She's calling it the Toned Tushie. Although she couldn't initially find potential investors, she secured a personal loan and borrowed additional money from her parents. Her drive to continue believing in her idea and to remain enthusiastic shows that Laila is


A) characteristically self-nurturing.
B) better suited to managing a nonprofit organization.
C) unaware of the risks she was taking.
D) not a true entrepreneur.

E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

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One of the greatest advantages that small businesses have over larger ones is the ability to know their customers better and to adapt quickly to the customers' needs.

A) True
B) False

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The Making Ethical Decisions box "Should You Stay or Should You Go?" addresses a dilemma worthy of consideration. It describes


A) an unethical situation where the business owner's need for capital causes him/her to delay all payments to suppliers for 120 days, forcing several of his close business relationships out of business.
B) the slow death of a business and how important it is to delay payments, sell off assets, and do everything possible to save a failing business except dismissing employees who need their jobs for survival.
C) ethical decisions that need to be considered when employees leave a faltering business to start their own, eventually competing against their previous employer.
D) the unethical and disloyal decision to leave your family business and start your own, taking with you all the family business's trade secrets.

E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

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