Discuss the Political and Regulatory Environment of Business as It

question 35

Essay

Discuss the political and regulatory environment of business as it relates to the protection of consumers. Name and describe at least two laws that had a major impact on fair competition, consumer protection, or industry-specific regulation.

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Definitions:

Stock Split

A corporate action that increases the number of a company's outstanding shares by issuing more shares to current shareholders, thus reducing the price of each share.

Shares

Units of ownership interest in a corporation or financial asset that provide for an equal distribution in any profits, if any are declared, in the form of dividends.

Legal Entity

An organization that has legal rights and obligations, including the ability to enter into contracts and own property.

Stockholders' Equity

The residual interest in the assets of a corporation after subtracting liabilities, representing the ownership interest of shareholders.