Which statement best represents the controlling idea of the paragraph? So, you're thinking about starting a business. Perhaps you think you're ready for the 12-hour days, the constant doubt, and the pressure to make a profit. But what about the big businesses who will try to crush you? What about the insane tax forms, the difficult employees, and the equipment that will fail you at the worst possible times? Do you really think you have what it takes to start a business? A. Even the best businesses require luck to succeed in the current market. B. Starting a business is difficult and requires a lot of hard work. C. Equipment failure is one of the main problems businesses face. D. Today, more people fail at starting a business than ever before. B CORRECT