Suppose You Own a Proprietorship That Is in Serious Financial

question 20

Multiple Choice

Suppose you own a proprietorship that is in serious financial difficulty.The assets of the company are $100, 000, but liabilities are $175, 000.You also have, however, stock in General Motors worth $200, 000.If you file bankruptcy, what amount of personal assets do you stand to lose?

• A)$100, 000
• B)$75, 000
• C)$200, 000
• D)$275, 000
• E)$375, 000

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