Over the years Krispy Kreme and Tastykake have evolved into large corporations. Today it is difficult to imagine them as fledgling start-ups. Research each company’s history online.

Required 1. Which company is older?

2. Which company was named by the founder’s wife after tasting the first bakery samples?

3. Which company first sold its cakes for $0.10 each and had $28 in sales on the first day of business?

4. Which company has developed more of a global presence?

5. Which company had its first initial public offering of stock in April 2000?