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waynest

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What are small-business investment companies? Name some companies that were financed through SBICs during their initial stages.

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Juan, the CEO of a technological firm, believes that the firm's employees are intelligent, creative, and hardworking. He is convinced that they are passionate about their work, and they can be further motivated through rewards. In this scenario, Juan's views about his workers is consistent with _____ assumptions.
 A) Theory X
  B) Theory Y
  C) hierarchy of needs theory
  D) equity theory



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Answer to Question 1

A small-business investment company (SBIC) is a privately owned firm that provides venture capital to small enterprises that meet its investment standards. Apple Computer, Federal Express, Compaq Computer, Intel Corporation, Outback Steakhouse, Staples, Inc., and America Online were all financed through SBICs during their initial growth period.

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