A Riot Differs from a Mob in That the Riot

question 62

Multiple Choice

A riot differs from a mob in that the riot

• A) is not usually violent.
• B) typically has little focus or clear goal.
• C) involves fewer people.
• D) is very rare in U.S. history.

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Definitions:

Corporate Veil

A legal concept that separates the actions and liabilities of a corporation from its shareholders, protecting them from personal liability.

Syndicate

A group of individuals or firms that join together to finance a project; also called an investment group.

Corporation

A legal entity that is separate from its owners, offering limited liability to its shareholders, and able to own property, enter contracts, and sue or be sued.

Partnership

A legal arrangement where two or more individuals share ownership of a business, including its liabilities and profits.