Miles' Startup Company Began Well, but Within a Couple Months

question 37

Multiple Choice

Miles' startup company began well, but within a couple months he found he was unable to pay invoices from suppliers. He didn't understand how he could have this problem. He hired experts; his business idea was sound; and he had many new customers. What went wrong?

• A) Miles lacked critical technologies.
• B) Miles lacked patents or copyrights.
• C) Miles lacked raw materials.
• D) Miles lacked cash resources.

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Definitions:

Overhead Camshaft Engines

Engines where the camshaft is located above the cylinder heads, directly operating the valves, which allows for more precise valve timing.

Camshaft

A crankshaft-driven shaft containing oblong-shaped lobes that push on valve lifters to open cylinder head valves.

Cylinder Head

The component of an engine that closes in the top of the cylinder, forming the combustion chamber and containing mechanisms such as valves and spark plugs.

Four-Stroke Cycle

A cycle of internal combustion engine operation that includes intake, compression, power, and exhaust strokes.