Amajor advantage of a franchise is that
a. the parent company has strict operating standards.
b. the franchisee can launch new product lines.
c. the parent company provides guidance on running the business.
d. the franchisee can choose their own suppliers.

A major advantage of a franchise is that C. THE PARENT COMPANY PROVIDES GUIDANCE ON RUNNING THE BUSINESS.

When you franchise a business, the parent company has strict operating standards that every franchisee can follow. They must adhere to the mandates of the parent company. This is because the franchisee only bought the rights to use an existing business trademarks, brands, and propriety knowledge. Success of the franchisee is dependent on his or her compliance to the parent company's standards.