Which of the following, if true, strengthens the case for Short and Shearer's starting a new business of their own?
A) Starting a new business puts a lot of demands on their time.
B) Starting a new business involves more risk than purchasing an existing one.
C) Starting a new business gives them a lot of freedom and independence.
D) Starting a new business means hiring many new employees right away.
E) Starting a new business involves a lot of stress for the proprietors.
Answer: C
Explanation: C) If Short and Shearer are entrepreneurs, this makes it highly likely that they value freedom and independence, which strengthens the case for starting a new business of their own. Risk, stress, demands on their time, and having to hire several new employees are all weaknesses to the case being made.
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