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

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

Income Tax Fundamentals 2020

38th Edition

ISBN:9780357391129

Author:WHITTENBURG

Publisher:WHITTENBURG

Chapter10: Partnership Taxation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 23MCQ

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