Use of 'job creation' as the primary measure of the economic contribution of SMEs has been criticized for a number of reasons. Please select all reasons that apply.
A) Many business owners do not set up their businesses to create new jobs and employ more people
B) Job creation does not tell the full story, as job losses are not always included within calculations of job creation
C) Job creation is expected from 'high-growth' firms; yet, such enterprises represent only a small proportion of firms
D) Policymakers are not interested in job creation in their support for SMEs

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Many business owners focus on profitability rather than job creation (A). Job creation metrics often overlook job losses, providing an incomplete picture (B). High-growth firms, which are expected to create jobs, are a minority among SMEs (C).

Use of 'Job Creation' as the Primary Measure of the Economic