The Characteristics Below Apply to at Least One of the Forms

question 132

Essay

The characteristics below apply to at least one of the forms of business organization.
a. Is a separate legal entity.
b. Is allowed to be owned by one person only.
c. Owner or owners are personally liable for debts of the business.
d. Is a separately taxable entity.
e. Is a business entity.
f. May have a contract specifying the division of profits among the owners.
g. Has an unlimited life
Use the following format to indicate (with a "yes" or "no") whether or not a characteristic applies to each type of business organization.
$$\begin{array} { | l | l | l | l } \hline & \text { Proprietor ship } & \text { Partnership } & \text { Corporation } \\\hline \text { a. } & & & \\\hline \text { b. } & & & \\\hline \text { c. } & & & \\\hline \text { d. } & & & \\\hline \text { e. } & & & \\\hline \text { f. } & & & \\\hline \text { g. } & & & \\\hline\end{array}$$

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Definitions:

Life Tenant

A life tenant is an individual who has the right to use and benefit from a property during their lifetime, but does not own the property outright.

Term Lease

A lease agreement that specifies a fixed period of time for the lease of property.

Bailee

A person or entity that has temporary custody or control of another person's property under a bailment agreement.

Liable

Being legally responsible or obligated, especially in the context of paying damages or fulfilling contractual agreements.