Which term describes a business model established through a contract between a franchisor and a franchisee to sell a company's goods or services at a designated location?

• A. Franchise
• B. Sole Proprietorship
• C. Partnership
• D. Corporation

Answer: (A)

Franchise describes a business arrangement where a franchisor licenses its brand, products, and operating system to a franchisee who sells the company’s goods or services at a designated location. The contract sets up fees, royalties, and standards, and the franchisor provides support to keep things consistent across locations. This setup is distinct from a sole proprietorship (one owner with no licensing to use another company’s brand), a partnership (two or more owners sharing ownership), or a corporation (a separate legal entity owned by shareholders). The defining feature is the contractual relationship that lets the franchisee operate under the franchisor’s brand and system at a specific site.