Jonathan Lopez Wants to Be His Own Boss and Ventures

question 63

Multiple Choice

Jonathan Lopez wants to be his own boss and ventures into retailing fruit in the neighborhood after borrowing some money from his mother. While obtaining a license to carry out business in his city, Jonathan mentions the money he borrowed but forgets to specify what type of business undertaking his store will be. Under which of the following major forms of business is Jonathan's store listed by default?

• A) a general partnership
• B) a sole proprietorship
• C) a limited partnership
• D) a limited liability corporation

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Definitions:

Accounting Cycle

A complete cycle that describes the steps in recording and processing financial transactions of a company from when the transaction occurs to its representation on the financial statements, and until the accounts are closed.

Pro Forma Statements

Pro forma statements are financial reports that project the future financial performance of a company based on current and past data, assuming certain conditions or events.

Unearned Revenue

Money received by a company for services or products yet to be delivered or provided, considered a liability until the service or product is delivered.

Prepaid Expense

Expenses paid in advance for goods or services, which are recorded on a balance sheet as assets until used.