Section A Directions:Translate
the underlined sentences in the following passage into Chinese.
Many people, particularly recent college graduates, dream of owning their
own businesses. (89) Although such ventures are often exciting and
profitable, the new entrepreneur should thoroughly investigate and plan the
situation before plunging in. The first step should be to assemble a board
of advisers, including a lawyer, an accountant, and an insurance-representative.
These individuals can provide valuable information and counsel. (90)
Securing" the necessary licenses and permits is also a precondition and may
require research to determine what is necessary. (91)
Most successful small-business owners have considerable experience in the
field working for others before they become independent. They also begin
with substantial financial backing and a good location. Renting space may be
preferable or necessary at the start, but the lease on the building must be
examined carefully before it is singed. The new owner should be thoroughly
familiar with the market and the competition. (92) A person who wants to buy
an existing business can often learn the history_ of the company and its
prospects from the owner’s records. (93) Once the business gets started,
accurate and complete records should be kept to monitor the company’s progress
and profits. Financing may be the most difficult step for
small-business owners. They may rely on their own savings or borrow money from a
bank or the small Business Administration. Some suppliers will sell merchandise
on credit, and manufacturers may be willing to finance the purchase of
equipment. If the new business is a corporation, the owner may choose to sell
stock.