Which is true concerning proprietary agencies?
a. They are organized to be nonprofit opera-tions.
b. They are organized to make a profit on their operation.
c. Any profit they make is immediately used to purchase better equipment and services.
d. They must participate in Medicare.
B
These agencies are usually owned by large corporations and established for the purpose of mak-ing a profit. Although most such agencies do participate in Medicare, it is not required.
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