16 Questions
Which type of business provides intangible goods or services to customers?
Service Business
What is the primary source of revenue in a merchandising business?
Sales of goods
What form of business ownership is usually adopted by small business entities?
Sole Proprietorship
In which form of business does the owner face unlimited liability for the debts and obligations of the company?
Sole Proprietorship
Which type of business converts raw materials into finished products for sale to customers?
Manufacturing Business
What is the main characteristic of a sole proprietorship?
Unlimited liability for the owner
What is the main characteristic of a sole proprietorship?
Unlimited liability for the owner
How are profits or losses typically shared in a general partnership?
Equally among all partners
What is a potential disadvantage of a corporation in terms of taxation?
Double taxation
In a limited partnership, what protection do the limited partners have?
Creditors can go after their personal assets
What is the main role of the board of directors in a corporation?
Controlling company activities
Which business organization involves owners with limited liability but limited involvement in company operations?
Corporation
What represents ownership in a stock corporation?
Shares of stock
What is the minimum number of persons required to form a partnership?
2
In a general partnership, who can actively participate in the management of the business?
All partners except sleeping partners
What characteristic indicates that a corporation is considered a separate legal entity from its owners?
Considered an entirely separate operating and legal entity
Test your knowledge of the nature and forms of business organizations with this quiz. Learn about service businesses, merchandising businesses, and production businesses.
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