Question 45
Government and BusinessA reason for the privatization of the petroleum industry is to
- A.reduce production of petroleum products.
- B.reduce private businesses in the sector.
- C.encourage private businesses in the sector.
- D.control production in the sector.
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: C (encourage private businesses in the sector.)
Explanation
Privatization hands businesses to private owners, so it encourages private firms in the sector.