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<!-- (Audio) Lisa: That's right. If that happened, a lot of smaller companies would be in trouble, too. -->

--instructions--

Listen to the audio and answer the question below.

--questions--

--text--

What does smaller companies mean in this context?

--answers--

Companies that operate internationally.

--feedback--

Smaller companies typically refers to the size of the business, not their location or reach.


Businesses that only sell products online.

--feedback--

Smaller companies is not limited to online businesses; it refers to size and resources.


Businesses that are not as large or well-established as bigger companies.


Large corporations with many employees.

--feedback--

Smaller companies refers to businesses that are smaller in size and scale, not large corporations.

--video-solution--

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--explanation--

Smaller companies refers to businesses that have fewer employees, lower revenue, or smaller market influence compared to large corporations. For example:

  • Local bakeries are examples of smaller companies competing with large chains. - Small businesses compared to well-known corporations.

  • Smaller companies often rely on personal customer relationships to succeed. - They operate on a smaller scale, often focusing on niche markets.

In the audio, smaller companies are mentioned as potentially facing challenges due to their limited resources if the hypothetical situation occurs.

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