One Reason Many Companies Do Not Organize Themselves as an S

question 271

Multiple Choice

One reason many companies do not organize themselves as an S corporation is that this form of business

• A) is subject to a higher tax rate than a general partnership.
• B) does not provide owners with limited liability.
• C) has a special eligibility restriction, which many businesses are unable to meet.
• D) is much more difficult to set up than C corporations.

Calculate dividends on preferred and common stock under various scenarios including cumulative and non-cumulative, participating, and nonparticipating preferences.

Distinguish between common and preferred stock in terms of their features and the rights of their holders.

Prepare journal entries for complex stock issuance transactions including issuance for cash, non-cash transactions, and for services.

Recognize the effect of stock transactions on stockholders' equity.

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