Describe the Differences Between Chain Stores and Franchises

question 20

Essay

Describe the differences between chain stores and franchises.

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Definitions:

Tax Borne

Refers to the entity (consumers, producers, or others) that ultimately pays the economic cost of a tax, regardless of who the tax is initially levied upon.

Subsidy Program

A government initiative designed to support businesses or individuals through financial assistance or tax benefits.

Downward Sloping

Describes a line or curve on a graph that shows a decrease in one variable as another variable increases, often used in economics to describe demand curves.

Demand Curves

Graphical representations showing the relationship between the quantity of goods consumers are willing and able to purchase at various prices, typically downward sloping from left to right.