Differentiate Publicly Held Corporations from Closely Held Corporations

question 22

Essay

Differentiate publicly held corporations from closely held corporations.

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Definitions:

FOB Miami

A shipping term indicating that the seller of goods is responsible for them until they're loaded onto a vessel in Miami; from that point, the buyer assumes risk and costs.

Destination Contract

A type of contract where the seller is responsible for the goods until they are delivered to a specified destination.

Consignment

An arrangement where goods are left in the possession of another party to sell, but the consignor retains ownership until the goods are sold.

On Approval

A conditional agreement for the sale of goods where the buyer is not obligated to complete the purchase unless they approve of the goods.