Business Structure and Liability Quiz
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What does unlimited liability imply for owners of an unincorporated business?

  • Owners must use their personal wealth to pay business debts. (correct)
  • Owners will only lose their investment in the business.
  • Owners can transfer their debts to another entity.
  • Owners' personal assets are protected from business debts.
  • Which of the following is a characteristic of limited liability?

  • Shareholders risk their personal wealth.
  • Shareholders are only at risk for their investment amount. (correct)
  • Shareholders do not receive dividends.
  • Shareholders can engage in the day-to-day management of the company.
  • What is the main goal of businesses regarding profit?

  • To produce and sell goods at costs exceeding revenues.
  • To minimize expenses regardless of revenue.
  • To secure investments without a focus on profitability.
  • To produce and sell goods with revenues exceeding total costs. (correct)
  • What distinguishes an unincorporated business from a limited company?

    <p>Unincorporated businesses expose owners to unlimited liability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does a dividend represent?

    <p>A reward for shareholders based on their level of investment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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