The positive side of Henry Ford s statement can be seen in the prosperity that business has brought to U.S. life. One of the most important reasons so many people from all over the world come to live in the United States is the dream of a better job. Jobs are produced in abundance because the U.S. economic system is driven by competition. People believe that this system crates more wealth, more jobs, and a materially better way of life.

　　The negative side of Henry Ford s statement, however, can be seen when the word business is taken to mean big business. And the term big business referring to the biggest companies, is seen in opposition to labor. Throughout U.S. history working people have had to fight hard for higher wages, better working conditions, and the fight to form unions. Today, many of the old labor disputes are over, but there is still some employee anxiety. Downsizing the laying off of thousands of workers to keep expenses low and profits high creates feelings of insecurity for many.

　　26. The United States is a typical country ________.

　　A) which encourages free trade at home and abroad

　　B) where people s chief concern is how to make money

　　C) where all businesses are managed scientifically

　　D) which normally works according to the federal budget

　　27. The influence of business in the U.S. is evidenced by the fact that ________.

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