### Question
How is the "small business" defined?


### Answer
The term **small business** is defined in *12 U.S.C. § 1835* as follows -

> a business that meets the criteria for a small business concern established by the Small Business Administration under section 632(a) of title 15

#### Citation:
  - *12 U.S.C. § 1835*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 15-FEDERAL LOAN AGENCY**

