Researching a Business

This writing assignment involves some research. You can conduct an interview of an actual businessperson in your area or do some research on the web.

Choose a familiar business. Then, either visit the place of business or visit its website (be sure to choose one that has a website). Find the answers to the following questions, and then construct a short report (two paragraphs) that provides the information requested in the questions.

Questions:

1. What is the name of the business?
2. What type of business is it?
3. If the business is a partnership or corporation, what type is it?
4. Where is it located?
5. What types of products does the business sell?
6. Does the business seem to be popular among consumers? How can you tell?
7. How do the business' prices compare to other businesses that sell the same product?
8. Was the business formed by some type of corporate combination? If so, explain.
9. Give some examples of other businesses that would provide a beneficial partnership and explain the type of partnership it would be and why you think this partnership would be beneficial.