How Did the General-Purpose Corporations Formed in the Twentieth Century

question 23

Multiple Choice

How did the general-purpose corporations formed in the twentieth century grow?

• A)By allowing investors to run the corporation
• B)By relying on investors to run the corporation
• C)By selling products and services to the investors at reduced prices
• D)By offering investors a share of ownership in the company, or stock

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Definitions:

Pond

A small body of still water, typically smaller than a lake, formed naturally or by artificial means.

Shallow-Water

Areas of water that are not deep, often found near the shores of bodies of water, where sunlight can penetrate to the bottom, supporting various aquatic life.

Emergent Vegetation

Plants that grow in water but emerge above its surface, typically found in wetlands or shallow waters.

Stratification

The layering of sedimentary rock or soil with differing characteristics, or the arrangement of society into different social classes or castes.