Question

\when i say i believe in a square deal, i do not mean to give every man the best hand. if good cards do not come to any man, or if they do come, and he has not got the power to play them, that is his affair. all i mean is that there shall be no crookedness in the dealing.\—theodore roosevelt, 1905
the square deal that president roosevelt describes insured that small business owners would
○ be given fair opportunities to compete.
○ have what they needed in order to start up.
○ compete successfully with large businesses.
○ receive a return on their investment.

Explanation:

Roosevelt's quote emphasizes "no crookedness in the dealing," which implies fairness in opportunities. The Square Deal focused on fair competition rather than guaranteeing success (like competing successfully with large businesses), providing startup needs, or return on investment. Fair opportunities to compete aligns with the idea of a fair "dealing" without favoritism.

Answer:

be given fair opportunities to compete.