Brian, the Chief Executive Officer of Chairs & Tables, Inc

question 54

Multiple Choice

Brian, the chief executive officer of Chairs & Tables, Inc., intentionally understates the amount of the firm's debts in information provided to investors as part of an issue of stock. Darla buys the stock and suffers a loss. Brian may be subject to​

• A) ​government prosecution and a private investor's suit.
• B) ​negative publicity but no criminal prosecution or civil suit.
• C) ​only government prosecution.
• D) ​only the private investor's suit.

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Definitions:

Financial Statements

Documents that present an organization's financial activity and condition, including balance sheet, income statement, and cash flow statement.

Related Parties

Parties are considered related if one party has the ability to control or significantly influence the financial and operational decisions of another.

Non-executive Directors

Individuals who sit on a company's board but are not part of the day-to-day management, often providing independent oversight.

Related Party Transactions

Financial dealings between parties that have a relationship with the entity, which can include transactions with family members, key management personnel, or major shareholders.