The distinguishing feature of a corporation is that A) their is no legal difference between the corporation and its owners. B) it is a legally defined, artificial being, separate from its owners. C) it spreads liability for its corporate obligations to all shareholders. D) provides limited liability only to small shareholders.

The distinguishing feature of a corporation is that A) their is no legal difference between the corporation and its owners. B) it is a legally defined, artificial being, separate from its owners. C) it spreads liability for its corporate obligations to all shareholders. D) provides limited liability only to small shareholders.

Foundations of Business - Standalone book (MindTap Course List)

4th Edition

ISBN:9781285193946

Author:William M. Pride, Robert J. Hughes, Jack R. Kapoor

Publisher:William M. Pride, Robert J. Hughes, Jack R. Kapoor

Chapter4: Choosing A Form Of Business Ownership

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