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What is the maximum number of members allowed in a partnership firm as per Rule 10 of The Companies (Miscellaneous) Rules 2014?
Which of the following statements best describes mutual agency in a partnership?
What limitation does a partnership firm face regarding liability?
What is a disadvantage of personal liability in a partnership?
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How does a partnership firm maintain confidentiality of information?
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What problem can the retirement or insolvency of a partner create for a partnership?
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What is a drawback in terms of public confidence in a partnership firm?
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What advantage does a partnership have over a sole proprietorship?
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What is a major limitation of partnership firms regarding capital investment?
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Which type of partner actively participates in the management of the firm?
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What issue may arise from decision-making authority being shared among partners?
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What happens to a partnership when one partner decides to leave?
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What defines a sleeping or dormant partner?
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What does it mean to be a partner by estoppel?
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What is a consequence of the limited number of partners in a partnership?
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How is a secret partner characterized within a partnership?
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What is the implication of having at least one partner with unlimited liability in a partnership?
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Which document specifies the terms and conditions of a partnership?
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What is one consequence of a partnership firm not being registered?
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What is advised for a partnership firm in order to avoid misunderstandings among partners?
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Which of the following is not included in a typical partnership deed?
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What key benefit does a registered partnership firm gain?
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Who established the accounting business in London in 1850?
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Which statement about the partnership firm status is true?
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What principle governs voting rights in a cooperative society?
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Which characteristic is NOT associated with a cooperative society?
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What does the term 'service motive' imply in a cooperative society?
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What is a requirement for forming a cooperative society?
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How does a cooperative society typically handle surplus generated from operations?
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What limitation is present in cooperative societies?
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What support do cooperative societies typically receive from the government?
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What characteristic ensures that the power to make decisions in a cooperative society lies with its members?
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What is a key limitation of a company form of organization?
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Which type of company restricts the transfer of shares and does not invite the public to subscribe to its securities?
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Which of the following factors is NOT typically considered when deciding the form of organization for a business?
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What allows a public company to raise funds from the general public?
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Perpetual succession in a company means that:
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Which characteristic is related to the complexity in forming a company?
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In terms of decision making, a disadvantage of a company is:
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The separation of ownership and management typically occurs in which organizational structure?
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Study Notes
Partnership
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A partnership is a business carried on by two or more individuals who agree to share the profits and losses.
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There are different types of partners, including:
- Active Partners: Contribute capital, participate in management, and share profits and losses.
- Sleeping Partners: Contribute capital but don't participate in day-to-day activities.
- Secret Partners: Their involvement is unknown to the public.
- Nominal Partners: Contribute only their name.
- Partner by Estoppel: Holds themselves out to be a partner, even if not officially one.
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Partnerships can be registered or unregistered.
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Advantages:
- Easy to form.
- Flexibility.
- Shared capital resources.
- Shared workload and decision-making.
- Sharing of risks.
- Secrecy in financial information.
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Disadvantages:
- Unlimited liability (partners can lose personal assets).
- Limited capital resources.
- Conflicts of interest among partners.
- Lack of continuity.
- Limited public confidence.
Cooperative Society
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Cooperative societies are businesses owned and run by members who share common interests.
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Members have equal voting rights, regardless of their capital contributions.
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Cooperative societies usually operate for the benefit of their members, with a focus on social and economic development.
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Advantages:
- Equality in voting status.
- Limited risk of bad debts.
- Democratic control.
- Service motive.
- Support from the government.
- Relatively easy to form.
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Disadvantages:
- Limited capital.
- Dependence on member participation.
Company
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Companies are separate legal entities, with perpetual succession (they can continue indefinitely).
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Key features:
- Limited liability for shareholders.
- Transferable shares (allowing for ownership changes).
- Professional management.
- Access to large capital resources.
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Types:
- Private Companies: Restrict share transfers, don't offer shares to the public.
- Public Companies: Can raise funds by offering shares to the public.
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Advantages:
- Limited liability.
- Continuity.
- Ability to raise capital.
- Professional management.
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Disadvantages:
- Complex formation process.
- High compliance costs.
- Impersonal work environment.
- Potential for conflict among shareholders.
Choosing a Business Structure
- Consider the following factors when deciding on the best form of business organization:
- Initial cost
- Liability considerations
- Business continuity
- Capital requirements
- Management expertise
- Control and autonomy
- Nature of the business
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Explore the concept of partnerships in business through this quiz. Learn about different types of partners and the advantages and disadvantages associated with forming a partnership. Test your understanding of how partnerships operate and their legal implications.