In a mixed economy, both private business and the government have roles to play. To see some examples, match each sentence beginning with its correct ending.

A. Private businesses make the materials used in space rockets, ➡️ but the National Aeronautics & Space run the space program.

B. Private maufacturers build combat helicopters, ➡️ but the Department of Defense buys, owns, and uses the helicopters

C. Private food makers compete to make the tastiest breakfast cereal, ➡️ but the Food & Drug Administration requires nutrition labels on boxes.

D. Private cosmetic companies compete to create the most clump-free mascara, ➡️ but the Food & Drug Administration outlaws toxic ingredients in makeup.

E. Private contractors build new courthouses, ➡️ but the government owns the buildings and runs the court system.

F. Private companies design flashy ads to attract consumers' attention, ➡️ but the Federal Trade Commission outlaws telling lies in advertising.

G. Private oil companies refine oil to make gasoline for people's cars, ➡️ but the government taxes gasoline to pay for roads and other services.

H. Private individuals compete to get jobs to support themselves, ➡️ but the Department of Economic Security helps those who lose their job or can't work.

These are some of the functions/roles of both the private business and the government. Each of them have specific roles they play in a mixed economy