Which of the following is a disadvantage of general partnerships? a) A partner who withdraws from a partnership cannot be held liable for any debts the firm had at the time of withdrawal. b) Compared to the other forms of ownership, the paperwork and costs involved in forming a general partnership are the most extensive. c) All general partners have unlimited liability for the debts and obligations of their business. d) The partners in a general partnership are exposed to double taxation.

Which of the following is a disadvantage of general partnerships? a) A partner who withdraws from a partnership cannot be held liable for any debts the firm had at the time of withdrawal. b) Compared to the other forms of ownership, the paperwork and costs involved in forming a general partnership are the most extensive. c) All general partners have unlimited liability for the debts and obligations of their business. d) The partners in a general partnership are exposed to double taxation.

Income Tax Fundamentals 2020

38th Edition

ISBN:9780357391129

Author:WHITTENBURG

Publisher:WHITTENBURG

Chapter10: Partnership Taxation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 15MCQ

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