Chapter 14- National Economy Flashcards
Nativists
One who advocates favoring native born over immigrants
Factory
Establishment for the manufacturing goods
Trademark
A distinguishing symbol or word used by a manufacturer on its goods
Capitalists
Individual or group who uses funds or private property to produce goods for profit
Patents
Legal certification of an original invention
Liability
Legal responsibility for loss or damage
Incorporation
Formations of individuals into an organized entity with legally defined privileges
Labor Union
Organization of workers to promote interests and welfare of its members
Strike
Organized work stoppage in order to obtain better wages
Reaper
Mechanized the harvest of grains
Turnpike
Public road
Productivity
Capacity to produce goods and services
Barter
Direct exchange of goods and services without the use of cash.
Caste
An exclusive or rigid social distinction based on birth, wealth, or occupation