Which of the Following Statements Describes the Corporate Characteristic Termed

question 148

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements describes the corporate characteristic termed limited liability?

• A) The liabilities of the corporation cannot be extended to the personal assets of the shareholder.
• B) Shares of stock can be readily bought and sold by investors on the open market.
• C) Shareholders are not authorized to sign contracts or make business commitments on behalf of the corporation.
• D) Corporations pay income tax on corporate earnings, and shareholders pay personal income tax on corporate dividends and gains from sale of stock.

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Definitions:

Emotional Intelligence

The power to identify, influence, and share one's affective states, as well as to maintain social relationships with sound judgment and empathy.

Social Awareness

The ability to understand and respond to the needs of others in social situations, recognizing social cues and appropriately adapting behavior.

Self-Management

The ability to regulate one's own thoughts, feelings, and actions to achieve personal or professional goals.

Relationship Management

Relationship management is the strategy of maintaining beneficial relationships with business partners or customers to foster loyalty and long-term engagement.