Consider the following two business firms:
Firm 1 has more than one owner. Each owner’s legal liability for the debts and obligations of the firm can exceed the amount they have invested in the firm.
Firm 2 is a legal entity that pays income taxes.
Which choice most accurately describes the type of business organization characterized by Firm 1 and Firm 2?
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B) |
Partnership |
Proprietorship | | |
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Firm 1 is a partnership. If it were a corporation, the owners’ liability would be limited to the amount they have invested. Firm 2 is a corporation, the only type of business organization that pays income taxes. Proprietorship or partnership income flows through to the individual owners, who pay personal income taxes on it. |