Since 1999, the Number of States Allowing Same-Sex Marriages Has

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Multiple Choice

Since 1999, the number of states allowing same-sex marriages has _________, through actions by _________.

• A) increased; a combination of state and federal courts, state legislatures, and citizen votes
• B) increased; state legislatures alone
• C) increased; federal courts alone
• D) decreased; a combination of state and federal courts
• E) decreased; a combination of state legislatures and federal courts

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In business, a term used in the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) matrix referring to products or business units with high growth potential but currently hold a small market share.

Low Market Share

The condition of a company or brand having a small percentage of total sales in its industry, often leading to less influence and profitability.

High-Growth Market

A market characterized by significantly higher than average growth rates, attracting numerous competitors and investment.

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Business units or products with low market share in high-growth markets, requiring decisions about investment to improve position or divestiture.