Within a small chamber, an internel combustion engine combines a precisely measured mix of fuel (typically petrol or diesil) and air. Once ignited, this explosive combinasion causes an expansion of hot, presurised gases to exit the chamber, typically via pistons or a turbine. The chemical energy is converted, although often not very eficiently, into mechanical energy which can then be used to power motors and drive machines.

Ron and nick chose to start their own businesses. ron wanted to start an ice cream shop, and nick wanted to launch a television manufacturing company. ron and nick had equal amounts of funds on hand and no government regulations restricting them. months later, however, ron has already set up his business, while nick is still struggling to raise additional funds to build a factory. what was the main factor that affected nick’s business? a. an irrelevant business idea b. low demand for tvs in his country c. high start-up costs d. lack of labor economics