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What is a key disadvantage of a sole proprietorship?
What is a key disadvantage of a sole proprietorship?
Which of the following best describes an LLC?
Which of the following best describes an LLC?
In which business structure do profits and losses flow directly to shareholders?
In which business structure do profits and losses flow directly to shareholders?
What characteristic is unique to cooperatives compared to other business structures?
What characteristic is unique to cooperatives compared to other business structures?
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What is a common challenge faced by startups considering a franchise model?
What is a common challenge faced by startups considering a franchise model?
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Which statement accurately reflects the nature of partnerships?
Which statement accurately reflects the nature of partnerships?
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What major benefit does a corporation have regarding capital compared to other business structures?
What major benefit does a corporation have regarding capital compared to other business structures?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of an S Corporation?
Which of the following is a characteristic of an S Corporation?
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Study Notes
Sole Proprietorship
- Owned and run by one person.
- Simplest form of business to establish.
- Owner receives all profits but is personally liable for all business debts.
- Limited access to capital compared to other business structures.
- Easy to dissolve.
Partnership
- Owned by two or more individuals.
- Shared profits and losses, responsibilities, and liabilities among partners.
- Typically involves a partnership agreement outlining responsibilities, profit sharing, and dispute resolution.
- Can raise more capital than a sole proprietorship.
- Partners are jointly and individually liable for business debts.
Limited Liability Company (LLC)
- Combines the benefits of a partnership or sole proprietorship with limited liability protection of a corporation.
- Owners (members) have limited liability, protecting personal assets from business debts.
- Flexible management structure, allowing members to participate in management directly or indirectly.
- Can choose to be taxed as a partnership or corporation, potentially reducing tax burden.
- More complex setup than sole proprietorship or partnership.
Corporation
- A separate legal entity from its owners.
- Owners (shareholders) enjoy limited liability, protecting personal assets from business debts.
- Easier to raise capital through the sale of stock.
- More complex to establish than other business structures.
- Subject to corporate tax rates, which can be higher than individual income tax rates.
- Often has a board of directors and officers who manage the company.
Cooperative
- Owned and democratically controlled by its members.
- Members share in the profits and responsibilities.
- Often formed to serve the needs of its members, such as providing goods or services.
- Can be more sustainable than other business models as they are community focused.
- Can be difficult to establish and operate; requiring significant dedication and community support.
S Corporation
- A type of corporation that avoids double taxation (found in C-Corporations).
- Profits and losses flow directly to the shareholders and are reported on their personal tax returns.
- Can provide limited liability protection to owners.
- Restrictions in the number of shareholders and types of shareholders are common.
- More complex than other business structures, requiring significant administrative work.
Franchise
- A business model based on licensing an existing business model.
- Owners (franchisees) pay fees and royalties to the franchisor.
- Benefits include establishing a recognized brand and support from a larger organization.
- Can include restrictions and standardization elements.
Non-Profit Organization
- Formed to pursue charitable or social causes.
- Do not distribute profits to owners.
- Often rely on donations or fundraising.
- Must comply with specific regulations to remain a non-profit organization.
- Restricted from engaging in business activities that could jeopardize the charity basis of the organization.
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Description
This quiz explores various business structures including sole proprietorships, partnerships, and limited liability companies (LLCs). Understand the characteristics, advantages, and disadvantages of each type, including liability and profit-sharing aspects. Test your knowledge on the fundamental concepts that shape business organization.
