Answer:
The correct answer is letter "D": franchisee.
Explanation:
Franchisees are individuals who have access to the proprietary knowledge and trademarks of a large company to operate a certain business under the corporations' guidelines and brand name in exchange for a fee. Franchising allows businesses to enter a market without the challenges brand-new entities have to face. The franchise leverages the corporation position in the market and sells its products just as if the company would do it directly.
