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Which of the following scenarios represents a lawful partnership?
Which of the following scenarios represents a lawful partnership?
What is a key reason for having a written partnership agreement?
What is a key reason for having a written partnership agreement?
What is the default profit/loss sharing ratio in the absence of a partnership deed?
What is the default profit/loss sharing ratio in the absence of a partnership deed?
In a partnership, which statement is correct regarding the role of partners?
In a partnership, which statement is correct regarding the role of partners?
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What term describes the mutual relationship between partners in a partnership?
What term describes the mutual relationship between partners in a partnership?
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Study Notes
Partnership Formation
- Partnerships are formed by agreement, which can be written or oral.
- A written partnership agreement is advisable to avoid conflicts and clarify terms.
Legal Business Activities
- Partnerships must engage in lawful business activities.
- Unlawful activities, such as smuggling, are not considered partnerships.
- Joint ventures, like buying and selling land, are not partnerships unless profit sharing is a primary goal.
Profit Sharing
- Partners must share profits and losses.
- Charitable activities do not constitute partnerships.
- In the absence of a partnership deed, profits and losses are shared equally.
- The profit/loss sharing ratio is specified in the partnership deed.
Mutual Agency and Partnerships
- Not all partners need to actively participate in daily business activities.
- One partner can act on behalf of all partners.
- Partners are both agents and principals, meaning their actions bind other partners.
Partnership Deed
- A partnership deed is a written agreement signed by all partners.
- It outlines the terms and conditions of the partnership.
- The partnership deed should be amended with the consent of all partners.
Contents of Partnership Deed
- The partnership deed specifies the terms of the partnership, including profit sharing, liability, and management responsibilities.
- The document should include details regarding the duration of the partnership, dissolution procedures, and other relevant clauses.
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Test your knowledge on the essentials of partnership formation, including the types of agreements, legal considerations, and profit-sharing mechanisms. This quiz covers key concepts such as mutual agency and the importance of a partnership deed in business relationships.
