Which of the following is a reason franchising has become popular in recent years? a) franchise owners are free to set their own rules and operating standards, but they benefit from national ad programs.. b) small franchise owners enjoy a degree of control and can benefit from their support of the parent company.. c) because they are owned by a group of individuals for their shared benefit, franchises spread the liability.. d) franchising fees and royalties are generally low, and large profits can be made for minimal investment.

according to the song of roland, the characteristics of an ideal knight are: loyalty to the king, skilled warriors and horseman, valiant, bold, courageous, strong and proud in battle. they should be determined to fulfil their duties and willing to die to make their people safe.

answer; ///(d); determining who competes most closely   with whom evaluating whether industry driving forces and competitive pressure favor some strategic groups and hurt others, and ascertaining whether the profit potential of different strategic groups varies due to the strengths and weaknesses in each groups respective market positions;