In chapter 25 in the book chains, Madam Lockton tells Becky to, "Tell the girl the hearth needs sweeping." By refusing to speak directly to Isabel, what do Madam Lockton's actions suggest about her viewpoints on the ownership of Slaves? Be sure to use at-least two details to support your response. PLEASE HELP ME TIS WOULD MEAN SOOO MUCH!!! WILL GIVE BRAINLIEST I ONLY NEED A 2-3 SENTENCE ABOUT IT!

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