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Practice Listening: Select Missing Word ID: #34643 Short Small Business
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You will hear a recording about a topic. At the end of the recording the last word or group of words has been replaced by a beep. Select the correct option to complete the recording.

Transcript:

Small Business Saturday highlights the positive impact that independent businesses have on their communities. According to American Express, roughly two-thirds of every dollar spent at a small business stays in the local economy. By shopping small, customers contribute to a positive ripple effect that supports local jobs and neighborhood revitalization. Small Business Saturday casts a national spotlight each year on independently-owned businesses, which includes a wide variety of shopping options, from the mom-and-pop storefronts in your local community to home-based e-commerce….
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Option 2: "businesses"

Explanation: This option directly aligns with the text's focus on independently-owned businesses. The phrase 'independently-owned businesses' is explicitly mentioned, making 'businesses' the most relevant and accurate choice to complete the sentence.

Option 1: "commerce"

Explanation: The term 'commerce' is too broad and does not specifically refer to the independently-owned businesses highlighted in the text. The text emphasizes the variety of businesses, making 'businesses' a more fitting choice.

Option 3: "dealing"

Explanation: The word 'dealing' does not fit the context of the sentence, as it implies a transactional action rather than referring to the types of entities being spotlighted. The text discusses businesses, not actions.

Option 4: "company"

Explanation: While 'company' is related to businesses, it is a more specific term that does not encompass the variety of independently-owned entities mentioned in the text. The text refers to a broader category, making 'businesses' the more appropriate choice.

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