In the U.S., what can you not get a patent on?

Business Trivia / December 19, 2024

Gambling Machine. Trademarks, copyrights and patents are the three types of intellectual property.

Why does the FBI often hire CPAs?

Business Trivia / December 19, 2024

To Investigate White-Collar Crime. Forensic accountants look into a company's accounting records for signs of fraud, embezzlement and other financial malfeasance.

What company owns the Cadillac, Buick and Pontiac brands?

Business Trivia / December 18, 2024

GM. In 2008, 8.35 million GM cars and trucks were sold globally under its many brands.

In 2007, which company bought a $240 million stake in Facebook?

Business Trivia / December 18, 2024

Microsoft. In 2007, Microsoft bought a $240 million minority stake in Facebook.

Buying and selling securities is called what?

Business Trivia / December 17, 2024

Trading. Trading of securities occurs on Wall Street.

Where did Eli Broad, ranked 42nd in the "Forbes" Top 100 Richest in the U.S. in 2006, make his billions?

Business Trivia / December 17, 2024

Investments. Eli Broad ranked 42nd on "Forbes" 2006 Rich List was 73 years old in 2006 and was worth $5.8 billion.