Carlos Gonzalez Owns a Small Manufacturing Company That Makes Ventilation

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Carlos Gonzalez owns a small manufacturing company that makes ventilation systems used in the construction of office buildings. As the U.S. continues to be involved in wars around the globe, Carlos may notice that his business will be growing more slowly in the future as more money continues to be put into the war effort.

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