What Is Equity? Distinguish Between Law and Equity

question 10

Essay

What is equity? Distinguish between law and equity.

Critically assess the impacts of public policy on economic efficiency and incentives.

Understand the factors contributing to income inequality.

Knowledge of how taxes and government transfers influence income distribution.

Analyze how income distribution impacts individuals' incentives in a market economy.

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Definitions:

Limited Liability

A legal principle where an investor's financial liability is limited to a fixed sum, mostly the value of an individual's investment in a company or partnership.

Sole Proprietor

A business owned and operated by a single individual, without a legal distinction between the owner and the business.

Separate Legal Entity

A business entity that is legally distinct from its owners, meaning it can own property, incur debts, and be sued in its own name.

Ratification

The action of formally confirming or approving an agreement, treaty, or contract, making it officially valid.