Business Fundamentals and Legal Responsibilities Quiz

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What is the primary focus of business?

  • Investing in stock markets
  • Maximizing social welfare
  • Producing and selling goods and services (correct)
  • Promoting environmental sustainability

How does having a business name impact the owner's liability?

  • It makes the business entity solely responsible for any debts incurred.
  • It completely absolves the owner from any business-related debts.
  • It does not separate the business entity from the owner, making the owner responsible for debts incurred by the business. (correct)
  • It allows the owner to transfer all liabilities to the business entity.

How is the taxation system for businesses different from that of corporations?

  • Businesses are exempt from all forms of taxation.
  • Businesses and corporations are taxed at the same rate.
  • Business structure does not allow for corporate tax rates; the proprietor is personally taxed on all income from the business. (correct)
  • Businesses are subject to higher tax rates than corporations.

What distinguishes corporations from sole proprietors and partnerships in terms of liability?

<p>Corporations provide limited liability for their owners/members. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a sole proprietorship?

<p>Owned by one person and operates for their benefit, with the owner being personally responsible for the business (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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