Chapter 10 - Business Organization Flashcards

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Sole Proprietorship

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operated for profit by one individual who is directly responsible

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Partnership

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legal relationship between 2+ carrying on a business

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Joint Venture

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business activity, usually for a specific time or task, carried on by 2+ parties according to a contract

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General vs. Limited Partnership

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General is simpler and all responsibilities are tied evenly to those specific individuals
Limited combines general and limited partners that share obligations based on contributed amount

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5
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Corporations

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legal entity created by gov. with legal abilities of a person
Shareholders have limited liability

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