Which term defines a person who starts and runs a business, bearing its risks?

• A. Entrepreneur
• B. Entry-level
• C. E-tail
• D. Follow-up

Answer: (A)

An entrepreneur is someone who starts and runs a business, taking on the risks and rewards that come with that venture. They often spot a market opportunity, create a plan, secure resources, and make key decisions about how the business will operate. In hospitality, this could be launching a new restaurant, hotel, or tourism service, and handling everything from concept and financing to staffing and daily management.

The other terms don’t fit because they describe different things: entry-level refers to a beginner in a job role, e-tail means online retail, and follow-up is an action after a sales or service interaction. None of these describe a person who starts and oversees a business while bearing its risks.