Limited Liability Exists When

question 439

Multiple Choice

Limited liability exists when

• A) the liability of owners is limited to the value of the shares in the firm they own.
• B) the liability of owners is limited to the share of the debt they personally took on.
• C) partners specialize and each partner is responsible for the debts of his or her specialized area.
• D) bondholders must receive their payments before stockholders can earn any money.

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