The "spotlight on small business" box in chapter 2 is titled, "the key to capitalism is capital." which of the following statements best describes the message of this story? a. this box explains that the only important factor of production for most businesses is capital. b. this story explains that loans for large capital investments come with sizeable interest rates, but usually produce better results. c. corruption has prevented good will institutions from making large capital investments in developing countries. d. micro-lending has proven to lift impoverished entrepreneurs to a better standard of living

D). Micro-lending has proven to lift impoverished entrepreneurs to a better standard of living.

Explanation:

As per the question, option D best outlines the meaning or essence of the story "Spotlight on Small Business" as it demonstrates the central idea or gist of the story. It describes that how the story aims to describe that 'micro-lending levels'(highlighting the proven impact of small business) has been approved as an effective tool that would assist in improving and enhancing the living standard of entrepreneurs who are strapped and impoverished in order to lift them up economically and socially. Thus, option D is the correct answer,