Which of the Following Statements Is CORRECT

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is CORRECT?

• A) One of the disadvantages of incorporating a business is that the owners then become subject to liabilities in the event the firm goes bankrupt.
• B) Sole proprietorships are subject to more regulations than corporations.
• C) In any type of partnership, every partner has the same rights, privileges, and liability exposure as every other partner.
• D) Sole proprietorships and partnerships generally have a tax advantage over many corporations, especially large ones.
• E) Corporations of all types are subject to the corporate income tax.

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Definitions:

Declining Balance

Declining balance is a method of accelerated depreciation in which an asset's book value is reduced at a faster rate in the early years of its life.

Straight-Line

A method of calculating depreciation of an asset where the asset's cost is evenly spread over its useful life.

Depreciation

The systematic allocation of the cost of a tangible asset over its useful life, reflecting the decrease in value over time.

Securities and Exchange Act

A U.S. law enacted in 1934 to regulate the securities industry and mandate disclosure of important financial information for publicly traded companies.