In Some States, Mining Companies Are Deemed to Own Not

question 30

Multiple Choice

In some states, mining companies are deemed to own not only the minerals but also the space the minerals occupied before they were removed, thereby earning the distinction of ownership states. However, when the owner of an oil or gas well is able to claim all that is pumped from it, regardless of whether the oil or gas migrated from adjacent property, this is referred to as a _____________ state.

• A) Manner of attachment
• B) Law of capture
• C) Intention of the parties
• D) Relation of the parties

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Definitions:

Balance Sheet

A financial statement that summarizes a company's assets, liabilities, and shareholders’ equity at a specific point in time, providing a snapshot of the firm's financial condition.

Direct Method

A technique used in cash flow statements to show actual cash inflows and outflows from operating activities, as opposed to the indirect method.

Accounts Receivable

The funds that a company's customers have yet to pay for products or services they have received but have not settled the bill for.

Sales Revenue

Income received from selling goods and services over a period of time.