Understanding Entrepreneurs

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What is the origin of the term 'entrepreneur'?

  • Italian word meaning 'to invest'
  • Spanish word meaning 'to risk'
  • French word meaning 'to undertake' (correct)
  • German word meaning 'to innovate'

Which type of entrepreneurs introduce innovations but their contributions are minimal and attract few competitors?

  • Microentrepreneurs (correct)
  • Megaentrepreneurs
  • Serial entrepreneurs
  • Social entrepreneurs

What distinguishes megaentrepreneurs from microentrepreneurs?

  • Size of the company
  • Number of competitors attracted
  • Speed at which value is added
  • Amount of value created (correct)

What characteristic do both megaentrepreneurs and microentrepreneurs share?

<p>Starting businesses based on presented opportunities (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Peter Drucker emphasize the process of starting and managing a business?

<p>'Discipline' in the process (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic between megaentrepreneurs and microentrepreneurs according to the text?

<p>'Innovations' introduced by them (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the entrepreneurial process of 'Discovery'?

<p>Recognizing new business opportunities (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do megaentrepreneurs typically source their business ideas?

<p>From current inventions and technological developments (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'Development of concept' stage in the entrepreneurial process involve?

<p>Preparing a detailed business plan (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the entrepreneurial process, what is the purpose of 'Organizing resources'?

<p>Identifying and financing necessary resources (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What activities are covered under the 'Implementation' phase of the entrepreneurial process?

<p>Managing human, physical, technological, and financial resources (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of 'Reaping the returns' in the entrepreneurial process?

<p>Expanding the business firm (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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