Which of the Following Statements About Buying a Franchise Is

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about buying a franchise is most accurate?

• A) One of the advantages of buying a franchise is that franchisors are so closely regulated that there is virtually no chance for scams to succeed.
• B) Before purchasing a franchise, the buyer should carefully evaluate the franchise, the franchisor, his or her own situation, and the nature of the market.
• C) Franchise agreements are simple to evaluate, since federal law requires that all such agreements must be written in plain English with all fees and terms clearly explained.
• D) Buying a franchise is the simplest and least expensive way to set up a business, since the franchisor has already worked out all of the details for setting up and running the business.

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Definitions:

Sociologist

A social scientist who studies the social behaviors, structures, and functions within human societies to understand societal influences and patterns.

Differential Reinforcement

A behavior modification technique where positive behavior is rewarded and negative behavior is not, encouraging the desirable behavior.

Deviant Behavior

Conduct that deviates from widely-held norms or values within a society, often causing negative reactions from others.

Burgess-Akers's Social Learning Theory

A perspective that emphasizes the role of socialization in learning deviant and criminal behavior through the observation of others.