Jill owns a retail business by herself and was sued by a customer who fell in the store. The customer claimed the business was negligent in caring for its floors. Which statement best describes Jill's potential liability?
A) Jill has no potential liability to the customer.
B) Jill can be held personally liable to the customer since she is the owner.
C) Jill can only be liable to the amount she initially invested in the business.
D) Jill cannot be held personally responsible; the woman's insurance must pay for the claim.
B
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a. Using an explicitly stated and pre-programmed script so staff can quickly deal with customers b. Ensuring means of production – from produce through to staff – are of a minimal cost c. Using standardized procedures and machinery to produce standardized products and services so customers know what they are going to get irrespective of where or when they buy it d. Ensuring everyone wears the uniform, smiles at the customer and is extensively trained to ensure they stick to the pre-programmed script
When a firm engages in social actions because of its obligation to meet certain economic and legal responsibilities, it is said to be socially responsive.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
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A. cognitive B. non-vigilant C. nonprogrammed D. programmed E. vigilant
Developing economies ________
A) account for nearly two-thirds of world GDP B) are often highly developed in historical and cultural terms C) are characterized by high purchasing power D) have a high literacy rate