What does the term 'privatization' refer to?

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The sale of publicly traded shares to private investorsThe transfer of company-owned enterprises to private ownersThe process of shifting government-owned enterprises to private ownershipThe acquisition of privately held companies by the government

Explanation

Privatization specifically means transferring ownership and control of businesses from the government to private sector entities, distinguishing it from other types of ownership changes.

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What does the term 'privatization' refer to?

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