Definitions 5 Flashcards
Limited liability
Where a business owner is only accountable for the original amount of money invested in the business
Deed of partnership
A binding legal document which states the formal rights of partners
Limited liability partnership
A partnership where all partners are only accountable for the money which they invested into the partnership
Limited partnership
A partnership where some members contribute capital and enjoy a share of profit, but do not participate on the running of the business. At least one partner must have limited liability.
Organisation
A body set up to meet a need
Partnership
A business organisation which is usually owned by 2-20 people
Private sector
Businesses that are owned by individuals or groups of individuals
Sole trader
A business with a single owner
Unlimited liability
Where the owner of a business is personally liable for all business debts
Flotation
Process of a company going public