The Decline in the Number of Farmers in MDCs Can

question 65

Multiple Choice

The decline in the number of farmers in MDCs can best be described as a consequence of

• A) push/pull economic factors, including the lack of opportunity in rural areas and higher-paying jobs in urban areas.
• B) urban sprawl, including the development of rings of suburbs and exurbs around major metropolitan areas, which required larger amounts of farm production.
• C) push/pull economic factors, including greater opportunities in rural areas and lower-paying jobs in urban areas.
• D) the increase of populations in urban areas and the reduced population in rural areas.
• E) the spread of disease and starvation in rural areas, which quickly reduced the populations of farmers.

Analyze major considerations in assessing the financial condition of an existing business.

Understand the nature of goodwill as an intangible asset.

Understand the definition and roles of the franchisor and franchisee.

Recognize the various types and examples of franchising.

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Definitions:

Legislative Assemblies

Deliberative bodies, often part of a government, invested with the authority to make, amend, or repeal laws.

Women

Female human beings, distinguished biologically and socially from male human beings.

Ruling Class

A social class that holds political, economic, or social power and influence, often controlling policy-making and governance.

Corporate Executives

Individuals at the highest level of management of corporations who have the day-to-day responsibility of managing the company.