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Across 1. companies formed by individuals investing sums of money 5. a general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money. 6. people who take a risk to make money 7. an economic system in which investment in and ownership of the means of production, distribution, and exchange of wealth is made and maintained chiefly by private individuals or corporations 8. a countries tax on goods that are imported.

Down 2. Spanish conquers that sailed to the New World and began dominating it. 3. a countries policies that increase its national wealth and revenue 4. a union or association formed for mutual benefit, 5. a policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.