According to the material, which owner type is the most common in franchise ownership?

• A. Corporation
• B. Group ownership (families)
• C. Individual
• D. Community

Answer: (B)

In franchise ownership, group ownership by families is described as the most common pattern. The material explains that families can pool resources, skills, and networks, which makes it easier to fund openings, share managerial duties, and keep operations consistent across locations. This setup also supports long-term plans and succession, since different generations can take on leadership as the business grows. Because of these practical advantages, family-owned groups emerge as the prevailing form of ownership in franchises.

Corporations often own many units, and individuals own single units, but the material emphasizes that family groups control the largest share of franchise units. Community ownership, while possible in theory, isn’t presented as a typical model in standard franchise systems.